CVE-2025-71188: dmaengine: lpc18xx-dmamux: fix device leak on route allocation
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
dmaengine: lpc18xx-dmamux: fix device leak on route allocation
Make sure to drop the reference taken when looking up the DMA mux platform device during route allocation.
Note that holding a reference to a device does not prevent its driver data from going away so there is no point in keeping the reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-71188?
CVE-2025-71188 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2025-71188?
To fix CVE-2025-71188, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the applicable patches.
What does CVE-2025-71188 affect?
CVE-2025-71188 affects the dmaengine subsystem in the Linux kernel specifically related to the lpc18xx-dmamux.
What is the impact of CVE-2025-71188?
The impact of CVE-2025-71188 includes a potential device leak during route allocation in the Linux kernel.
When was CVE-2025-71188 disclosed?
CVE-2025-71188 was disclosed as part of the ongoing security updates for the Linux kernel.