CVE Catalog

CVE-2025-21761

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel in the function ovs_vport_cmd_fill_info(), which can be called without proper RCU or RTNL protection. Using RCU protection and dev_net_rcu() helps avoid potential use-after-free (UAF) errors.

Risk Assessment

The lack of proper protection may lead to unpredictable system behavior, posing risks to the stability and security of the environment. Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in privilege escalation or system crashes.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to the latest version that includes fixes for this vulnerability. Additionally, monitor systems for unauthorized changes.

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Original NVD description (English source)

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: openvswitch: use RCU protection in ovs_vport_cmd_fill_info() ovs_vport_cmd_fill_info() can be called without RTNL or RCU. Use RCU protection and dev_net_rcu() to avoid potential UAF.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS