CVE-2025-68724: crypto: asymmetric_keys - prevent overflow in asymmetric_key_generate_id
Published Dec 24, 2025
·Updated
crypto: asymmetrickeys - prevent overflow in asymmetrickeygenerateid
Affected Software
4 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.117.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.119.3-3
IBM QRadar<=7.5.0 - 7.5.0 UP15 IF02
Event History
Dec 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:33 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·11:03 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Dec 25, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:05 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·09:05 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Updated
via Microsoft·09:05 AM
Affected Software
May 25, 2026
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-68724?
CVE-2025-68724 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for integer overflows in the Linux kernel's asymmetric keys functionality.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-68724?
To fix CVE-2025-68724, update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version where this vulnerability has been patched.
3
Which systems are affected by CVE-2025-68724?
CVE-2025-68724 affects various versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the asymmetric key management features.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-68724?
The potential impact of CVE-2025-68724 includes crashes or unauthorized access due to integer overflow vulnerabilities.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-68724?
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2025-68724; the recommended action is to upgrade the Linux kernel to a secure version.