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CVE-2025-68804

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: platform/chrome: cros_ec_ishtp: Fix UAF after unbinding driver After unbinding the driver, another kthread `cros_ec_console_log…

Published Jan 13, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2025-68804 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 13, 2026.

Technical description

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

platform/chrome: cros_ec_ishtp: Fix UAF after unbinding driver

After unbinding the driver, another kthread `cros_ec_console_log_work`

is still accessing the device, resulting an UAF and crash.

The driver doesn't unregister the EC device in .remove() which should

shutdown sub-devices synchronously. Fix it.

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-2025-68804?

CVE-2025-68804 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on January 13, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2025-68804?

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-2025-68804?

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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