CVE-2025-39682: tls: fix handling of zero-length records on the rx_list
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
tls: fix handling of zero-length records on the rxlist
Each recvmsg() call must process either - only contiguous DATA records (any number of them) - one non-DATA record
If the next record has different type than what has already been processed we break out of the main processing loop. If the record has already been decrypted (which may be the case for TLS 1.3 where we don't know type until decryption) we queue the pending record to the rxlist. Next recvmsg() will pick it up from there.
Queuing the skb to rxlist after zero-copy decrypt is not possible, since in that case we decrypted directly to the user space buffer, and we don't have an skb to queue (darg.skb points to the ciphertext skb for access to metadata like length).
Only data records are allowed zero-copy, and we break the processing loop after each non-data record. So we should never zero-copy and then find out that the record type has changed. The corner case we missed is when the initial record comes from rxlist, and it's zero length.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-39682?
CVE-2025-39682 has a medium severity level due to its potential impact on data handling in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2025-39682?
To fix CVE-2025-39682, ensure that you update your Linux kernel to the latest version where this vulnerability has been resolved.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-39682?
CVE-2025-39682 affects systems running the vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-39682?
CVE-2025-39682 is an input validation vulnerability related to the handling of zero-length records in the TLS implementation of the Linux kernel.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2025-39682?
As of now, there are no publicly known exploits specifically targeting CVE-2025-39682.