CVE-2025-40111: drm/vmwgfx: Fix Use-after-free in validation
Published Nov 12, 2025
·Updated
drm/vmwgfx: Fix Use-after-free in validation
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.112.1-2
Event History
Nov 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:07 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:07 AM
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Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 AM
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Nov 13, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:01 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·01:01 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-40111?
CVE-2025-40111 has a severity rating that indicates it may lead to critical security issues if exploited.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-40111?
To fix CVE-2025-40111, ensure that you have upgraded to the latest version of the Linux kernel that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-40111?
CVE-2025-40111 impacts systems running affected versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the drm/vmwgfx driver.
4
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-40111?
CVE-2025-40111 is categorized as a use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-40111?
Currently, the best workaround for CVE-2025-40111 is to apply the recommended patches provided by the Linux kernel maintainers.