CVE-2025-23359: linux kernel — Exploit & Fix

Description

NVIDIA Container Toolkit for Linux contains a Time-of-Check Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) vulnerability when used with default configuration, where a crafted container image could gain access to the host file system. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

8.3

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-367 CWE-367

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
nvidia	nvidia_container_toolkit	< 1.17.4
nvidia	nvidia_gpu_operator	< 24.9.2
linux	linux_kernel	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5616

Exploits

https://thehackernews.com/2025/04/incomplete-patch-in-nvidia-toolkit.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-23359? +

NVIDIA Container Toolkit for Linux contains a Time-of-Check Time-of-Use (TOCTOU) vulnerability when used with default configuration, where a crafted container image could gain access to the host file system. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, denial of service, escalation of privileges, information disclosure, and data tampering. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 8.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2025-23359? +

CVE-2025-23359 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.3 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-23359? +

CVE-2025-23359 affects products from linux, nvidia, specifically: linux_kernel, nvidia_container_toolkit, nvidia_gpu_operator. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-23359? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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