Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hwmon: (w83791d) Convert macros to functions to avoid TOCTOU The macro FAN_FROM_REG evaluates its arguments multiple times. When used in lockless contexts involving shared driver data, this leads to Time-of-Check to Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) race conditions, potentially causing divide-by-zero errors. Convert the macro to a static function. This guarantees that arguments are evaluated only once (pass-by-value), preventing the race conditions. Additionally, in store_fan_div, move the calculation of the minimum limit inside the update lock. This ensures that the read-modify-write sequence operates on consistent data. Adhere to the principle of minimal changes by only converting macros that evaluate arguments multiple times and are used in lockless contexts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 2.6.18.1, < 5.10.248 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/3dceb68f6ad33156032ef4da21a93d84059cca6dPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/670d7ef945d3a84683594429aea6ab2cdfa5ceb4Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/a9fb6e8835a22f5796c1182ed612daed3fd273afPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/bf5b03227f2e6d4360004886d268f9df8993ef8fPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c8cf0c2bdcccc6634b6915ff793b844e12436680Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f2b579a0c37c0df19603d719894a942a295f634aPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f94800fbc26ccf7c81eb791707b038a57aa39a18Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-71111?
CVE-2025-71111 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hwmon: (w83791d) Convert macros to functions to avoid TOCTOU The macro FAN_FROM_REG evaluates its arguments multiple times. When u...
How severe is CVE-2025-71111?
CVE-2025-71111 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-71111?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.