SB2025122263 - Improper locking in Linux kernel locking



SB2025122263 - Improper locking in Linux kernel locking

Published: December 22, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2025122263
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper locking (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68336)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper locking within the do_raw_read_unlock() function in kernel/locking/spinlock_debug.c. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.