Denial of Service Vulnerability in Linux Kernel Affected by Context Switching Issue

CVE-2025-38188

What is CVE-2025-38188?

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel related to the a7xx series of graphics drivers can result in improper context switching. When contexts are switched without ensuring a 'safe' state, it can lead to user-space submissions causing disruptions in other contexts, potentially leading to service interruptions. This flaw, which arose during the initial integration of the a7xx hardware, emphasizes the importance of proper context handling in maintaining system stability.

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