CVE-2025-38237: debian linux — Fix

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: media: platform: exynos4-is: Add hardware sync wait to fimc_is_hw_change_mode() In fimc_is_hw_change_mode(), the function changes camera modes without waiting for hardware completion, risking corrupted data or system hangs if subsequent operations proceed before the hardware is ready. Add fimc_is_hw_wait_intmsr0_intmsd0() after mode configuration, ensuring hardware state synchronization and stable interrupt handling.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.5

MEDIUM

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

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
linux	linux_kernel	3.10 — 5.4.295
linux	linux_kernel	5.5 — 5.10.239
linux	linux_kernel	5.11 — 5.15.186
linux	linux_kernel	5.16 — 6.15.4
debian	debian_linux	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/14acbb5af101b7bb58c0952949bba4c5fdf0ee7e https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b0d92b94278561f43057003a73a17ce13b7c1a1a https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/bb97dfab7615fea97322b8a6131546e80f878a69 https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/bd9f6ce7d512fa21249415c16af801a4ed5d97b6 https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e4077a10a25560ec0bd0b42322e4ea027d6f76e2

Other References

https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/10/msg00007.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-38237? +

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: media: platform: exynos4-is: Add hardware sync wait to fimc_is_hw_change_mode() In fimc_is_hw_change_mode(), the function changes camera modes without waiting for hardware completion, risking corrupted data or system hangs if subsequent operations proceed before the hardware is ready. Add fimc_is_hw_wait_intmsr0_intmsd0() after mode configuration, ensuring hardware state synchronization and stable interrupt handling. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2025-38237? +

CVE-2025-38237 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.5 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-38237? +

CVE-2025-38237 affects products from debian, linux, specifically: debian_linux, linux_kernel. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-38237? +

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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