CVE-2025-40133: mptcp: Use __sk_dst_get() and dst_dev_rcu() in mptcp_active_enable().

Published Nov 12, 2025
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Updated

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

mptcp: Use skdstget() and dstdevrcu() in mptcpactiveenable().

mptcpactiveenable() is called from subflowfinishconnect(), which is icsk->icskafops->skrxdstset() and it's not always under RCU.

Using skdstget(sk)->dev could trigger UAF.

Let's use skdstget() and dstdevrcu().

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Nov 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:23 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:23 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·11:01 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40133?

CVE-2025-40133 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-40133?

To fix CVE-2025-40133, you should update the Linux kernel to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2025-40133?

CVE-2025-40133 affects various versions of the Linux kernel that utilize mptcp functionality.

4

What components are impacted by CVE-2025-40133?

CVE-2025-40133 impacts the mptcp subsystem in the Linux kernel, specifically during the active enable process.

5

What are the potential risks of CVE-2025-40133?

The potential risks of CVE-2025-40133 include security vulnerabilities that could lead to data corruption or denial of service.

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