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CVE-2025-40177

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: accel/qaic: Fix bootlog initialization ordering As soon as we queue MHI buffers to receive the bootlog from the device, we coul…

Published Nov 12, 2025EPSS 0.20%

Overview

CVE-2025-40177 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 12, 2025.

Technical description

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

accel/qaic: Fix bootlog initialization ordering

As soon as we queue MHI buffers to receive the bootlog from the device,

we could be receiving data. Therefore all the resources needed to

process that data need to be setup prior to queuing the buffers.

We currently initialize some of the resources after queuing the buffers

which creates a race between the probe() and any data that comes back

from the device. If the uninitialized resources are accessed, we could

see page faults.

Fix the init ordering to close the race.

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-2025-40177?

CVE-2025-40177 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 12, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2025-40177?

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-2025-40177?

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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