ZDI-25-651: (Pwn2Own) Red Hat Enterprise Linux CBS Packet Scheduling Use-After-Free Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Jul 24, 2025
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of hfscclass objects. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the kernel.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 8.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-38350.

— ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Event History

Jul 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-25-651?

ZDI-25-651 has a moderate severity level according to the CVSS scoring.

2

How do I fix ZDI-25-651?

To fix ZDI-25-651, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Red Hat for Enterprise Linux.

3

Which versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux are affected by ZDI-25-651?

ZDI-25-651 affects multiple versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux that incorporate the vulnerable component.

4

What is the impact of ZDI-25-651 on my system?

Exploiting ZDI-25-651 allows local attackers to escalate their privileges, potentially compromising system integrity.

5

Is there a workaround for ZDI-25-651?

There is no documented workaround for ZDI-25-651; updating the system is the best approach.

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