CVE-2025-37790
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.15%
Last modified
CVE-2025-37790 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: mctp: Set SOCK_RCU_FREE Bind lookup runs under RCU, so ensure that a socket doesn't go away in the middle of a lookup.. EPSS estimates a 0.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: mctp: Set SOCK_RCU_FREE Bind lookup runs under RCU, so ensure that a socket doesn't go away in the middle of a lookup.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.15, < 5.15.181 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.16, < 6.1.135 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.2, < 6.6.88 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.7, < 6.12.25 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.13, < 6.14.4 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.15 | Rc1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 11.0 | — |
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/05/msg00045.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-37790?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
net: mctp: Set SOCK_RCU_FREE
Bind lookup runs under RCU, so ensure that a socket doesn't go away in
the middle of a lookup.
How severe is CVE-2025-37790?
CVE-2025-37790 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-37790?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2025-37790?
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