CVE-2025-38057
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2025-38057 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: espintcp: fix skb leaks A few error paths are missing a kfree_skb.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: espintcp: fix skb leaks A few error paths are missing a kfree_skb.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.6, < 6.12.31 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.13, < 6.14.9 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.15 | Rc1 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-38057?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
espintcp: fix skb leaks
A few error paths are missing a kfree_skb.
How severe is CVE-2025-38057?
CVE-2025-38057 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-38057?
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.
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