CVE-2025-68198: crash: fix crashkernel resource shrink
Published Dec 16, 2025
·Updated
crash: fix crashkernel resource shrink
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
linux/kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.117.1-1
Event History
Dec 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:48 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:48 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
Description
Dec 17, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-68198?
CVE-2025-68198 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-68198?
To resolve CVE-2025-68198, ensure that the crashkernel reservation values are set correctly and apply the latest patches provided by the Linux kernel maintainers.
3
What impacts does CVE-2025-68198 have on system stability?
CVE-2025-68198 can lead to invalid crashkernel resource objects, potentially affecting system stability during crash recovery.
4
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2025-68198?
CVE-2025-68198 affects the Linux kernel configurations where high crashkernel reservations are improperly managed.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-68198 before applying a fix?
As a temporary workaround for CVE-2025-68198, you can adjust the crashkernel reservation values to ensure they do not fall below established thresholds.