CVE-2025-38683: hv_netvsc: Fix panic during namespace deletion with VF
Published Sep 4, 2025
·Updated
hvnetvsc: Fix panic during namespace deletion with VF
Affected Software
18 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=4.19.323<4.20
Linux Linux kernel>=5.4.285<5.5
Linux Linux kernel>=5.10.229<5.10.241
Linux Linux kernel>=5.15.170<5.15.190
Linux Linux kernel>=6.1.115<6.1.149
Linux Linux kernel>=6.6.59<6.6.103
Linux Linux kernel>=6.11.6<6.12
Linux Linux kernel>=6.12.1<6.12.43
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.15.11
Linux Linux kernel>=6.16<6.16.2
Linux Linux kernel=6.12
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc5
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc6
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc7
Linux Linux kernel=6.17-rc1
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1
Remediation
Event History
Sep 4, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:32 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 10, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:02 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·09:02 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-38683?
CVE-2025-38683 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential impact on system stability during namespace deletion.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-38683?
To fix CVE-2025-38683, update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version where this vulnerability is addressed.
3
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2025-38683?
CVE-2025-38683 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the hv_netvsc driver.
4
What symptoms indicate CVE-2025-38683 is impacting my system?
Symptoms may include system panics or crashes during the deletion of network namespaces when using the affected driver.
5
Is CVE-2025-38683 exploited in the wild?
As of now, there are no confirmed reports of active exploitation of CVE-2025-38683.