Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: bpf: Check the helper function is valid in get_helper_proto kernel test robot reported verifier bug [1] where the helper func pointer could be NULL due to disabled config option. As Alexei suggested we could check on that in get_helper_proto directly. Marking tail_call helper func with BPF_PTR_POISON, because it is unused by design. [1] https://lore.kernel.org/oe-lkp/[email protected]
CVSS Score
HIGH
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/3d429cb1278e995e22995ef117fa96d223a67e93
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6233715b4b714068d6c831d214a4e8792109875a
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e4414b01c1cd9887bbde92f946c1ba94e40d6d64
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-39990?
CVE-2025-39990 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: bpf: Check the helper function is valid in get_helper_proto kernel test robot reported verifier bug [1] where the helper func poin...
How severe is CVE-2025-39990?
CVE-2025-39990 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-39990?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.