CVE-2025-68763: crypto: starfive - Correctly handle return of sg_nents_for_len
Published Jan 5, 2026
·Updated
crypto: starfive - Correctly handle return of sgnentsforlen
Affected Software
2 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.117.1-1
Event History
Jan 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:32 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
Description
Jan 6, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:01 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·09:01 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-68763?
CVE-2025-68763 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential impacts on error handling in the Linux kernel.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-68763?
To fix CVE-2025-68763, ensure you update your Linux kernel to the latest version where this vulnerability has been patched.
3
What components are affected by CVE-2025-68763?
CVE-2025-68763 affects the Linux kernel, specifically the starfive_hash_digest function related to crypto operations.
4
What is the impact of CVE-2025-68763?
The impact of CVE-2025-68763 involves potential incorrect error handling that could lead to unexpected behavior in crypto operations.
5
Who is the vendor for CVE-2025-68763?
The vendor for CVE-2025-68763 is Linux, as it pertains to a vulnerability within the Linux kernel.