Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: Input: imx_sc_key - fix memory corruption on unload This is supposed to be "priv" but we accidentally pass "&priv" which is an address in the stack and so it will lead to memory corruption when the imx_sc_key_action() function is called. Remove the &.
CVSS Score
HIGH
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/3e96803b169dc948847f0fc2bae729a80914eb7b
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4ce5218b101205b3425099fe3df88a61b58f9cc2
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/56881294915a6e866d31a46f9bcb5e19167cfbaa
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6524a15d33951b18ac408ebbcb9c16e14e21c336
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/a155292c3ce722036014da5477ee0e4c87b5e6b3
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/ca9a08de9b294422376f47ade323d69590dbc6f2
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/d83f1512758f4ef6fc5e83219fe7eeeb6b428ea4
- https://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/html/ssa-253495.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-40262?
CVE-2025-40262 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: Input: imx_sc_key - fix memory corruption on unload This is supposed to be "priv" but we accidentally pass "&priv" which is an add...
How severe is CVE-2025-40262?
CVE-2025-40262 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-2025-40262?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.