CVE-2025-39693: drm/amd/display: Avoid a NULL pointer dereference
drm/amd/display: Avoid a NULL pointer dereference
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.113-1Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.13-1 - Upgrade
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Patch 1e5e8d672fec9f2ab352be121be971877bff2af9
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-39693?
CVE-2025-39693 has a medium severity rating due to the possibility of a NULL pointer dereference in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2025-39693?
To fix CVE-2025-39693, you should update your Linux kernel to the latest version containing the patch for this vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2025-39693 have on systems?
CVE-2025-39693 can lead to potential system crashes or instability due to a NULL pointer dereference in the AMD display driver.
Is CVE-2025-39693 specific to any Linux kernel version?
CVE-2025-39693 affects the Linux kernel and can potentially impact various distributions depending on their kernel version.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-39693?
Users running affected versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the AMD display drivers are at risk from CVE-2025-39693.