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CVE-2025-40021

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tracing: dynevent: Add a missing lockdown check on dynevent Since dynamic_events interface on tracefs is compatible with kprobe…

Published Oct 24, 2025EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2025-40021 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 24, 2025.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

tracing: dynevent: Add a missing lockdown check on dynevent

Since dynamic_events interface on tracefs is compatible with

kprobe_events and uprobe_events, it should also check the lockdown

status and reject if it is set.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-40021?

CVE-2025-40021 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 24, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2025-40021?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2025-40021?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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