Linux Kernel Vulnerability in ST LSM6DSX IMU Device

CVE-2025-37969

What is CVE-2025-37969?

A vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel concerning the ST LSM6DSX IMU device that can lead to a potential system lockup. The issue arises when the function st_lsm6dsx_read_tagged_fifo enters an infinite loop if the pattern length is set to zero while the device FIFO remains non-empty. This can cause significant performance degradation and needs urgent attention to prevent disruption of system operations.

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