Out-of-Bounds Access in Linux Kernel's Compression Mode Function
CVE-2025-71231

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Key Information:

Vendor

Linux

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 February 2026

What is CVE-2025-71231?

In the Linux kernel, a vulnerability exists that pertains to the handling of compression modes within its crypto subsystem. A local variable 'i' is incorrectly initialized, leading to improper index management in a loop. This flaw can cause a function to potentially return an out-of-bounds index, which results in invalid memory access when the function is triggered, creating opportunities for exploitation and system instability. The issue has been resolved by ensuring that the function returns a valid index or a specific error signal when no suitable compression mode is available.

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Affected Version(s)

Linux b190447e0fa3ef7355480d641d078962e03768b4

Linux b190447e0fa3ef7355480d641d078962e03768b4

Linux b190447e0fa3ef7355480d641d078962e03768b4

References

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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