CVE-2025-39747: drm/msm: Add error handling for krealloc in metadata setup
Published Sep 11, 2025
·Updated
drm/msm: Add error handling for krealloc in metadata setup
Affected Software
10 affected components
Linux Kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.96.2-2
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.104.2-4
Linux Linux kernel>=3.12<6.12.43
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.15.11
Linux Linux kernel>=6.16<6.16.2
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.112.1-2
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.117.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.119.3-1
Event History
Sep 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:52 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Sep 13, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:03 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·01:03 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:03 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-39747?
CVE-2025-39747 has a moderate severity primarily due to its potential for causing a NULL pointer dereference.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-39747?
To fix CVE-2025-39747, update your Linux kernel to the latest version which includes the patch for this issue.
3
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-39747?
CVE-2025-39747 affects various distributions of the Linux kernel that utilize the drm/msm subsystem.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2025-39747 on system performance?
The impact of CVE-2025-39747 on system performance is minimal, but it addresses a critical reliability concern.
5
Is CVE-2025-39747 being actively exploited?
As of now, there are no known active exploits for CVE-2025-39747, but it is advisable to apply the fix promptly.