CVE-2025-38543: drm/tegra: nvdec: Fix dma_alloc_coherent error check

Published Aug 16, 2025
·
Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

drm/tegra: nvdec: Fix dmaalloccoherent error check

Check for NULL return value with dmaalloccoherent, in line with Robin's fix for vic.c in 'drm/tegra: vic: Fix DMA API misuse'.

Affected Software

11 affected components
Linux Foundation Linux Kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.17<6.1.146
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.99
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.39
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.15.7
Linux Linux kernel=6.16-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.16-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.16-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=6.16-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=6.16-rc5
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Aug 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:22 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:22 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-38543?

CVE-2025-38543 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-38543?

To fix CVE-2025-38543, users should update their Linux kernel to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What does CVE-2025-38543 affect?

CVE-2025-38543 specifically affects the memory allocation management in the Linux kernel's NVDEC component.

4

Is CVE-2025-38543 a remote exploit?

No, CVE-2025-38543 is not known to be a remote exploit; it is primarily a local security issue.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-38543?

The potential impacts of CVE-2025-38543 include denial of service due to improper error handling in memory allocation.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203