Memory Leak and Kernel Exception in GPT Graphics Driver by Imagination Technologies

CVE-2025-46709

What is CVE-2025-46709?

The GPT graphics driver from Imagination Technologies is susceptible to a vulnerability that may result in memory leaks or kernel exceptions. This issue arises when the driver attempts to read from kernel heap memory after a prior free operation or encountering a NULL pointer dereference. As a consequence, this flaw could lead to system instability or degraded performance, making it imperative for users and administrators to apply necessary updates and patches promptly.

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