CVE-2025-40046: io_uring/zcrx: fix overshooting recv limit

Published Oct 28, 2025
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Updated

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

iouring/zcrx: fix overshooting recv limit

It's reported that sometimes a zcrx request can receive more than was requested. It's caused by iozcrxrecvskb() adjusting desc->count for all received buffers including frag lists, but then doing recursive calls to process frag list skbs, which leads to desc->count double accounting and underflow.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Kernel Linux kernel

Event History

Oct 28, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:48 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:48 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40046?

CVE-2025-40046 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to allow overshooting of received limits.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-40046?

To fix CVE-2025-40046, upgrade to the patched version of the Linux Kernel that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-40046?

CVE-2025-40046 affects systems running the Linux Kernel that utilize io_uring functionality.

4

Can CVE-2025-40046 lead to data loss?

Yes, CVE-2025-40046 could potentially lead to data loss as it allows for receiving more data than intended.

5

Is CVE-2025-40046 actively exploited?

There are no current reports confirming active exploitation of CVE-2025-40046 in the wild.

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