Linux Kernel IPMI Driver Vulnerability Affecting Multiple Versions

CVE-2025-40192

What is CVE-2025-40192?

A recent vulnerability in the Linux kernel's IPMI driver has been identified, where a bug in the patch could lead to the driver entering an infinite loop if it encounters specific misbehaviors from the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC). Reports indicate that certain BMCs frequently exhibit this problematic behavior, prompting the need for close monitoring and prompt patching to mitigate potential disruptions.

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