#VU104045 Security features bypass in Linux kernel - CVE-2025-1272

 

#VU104045 Security features bypass in Linux kernel - CVE-2025-1272

Published: February 18, 2025


Vulnerability identifier: #VU104045
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:P/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2025-1272
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Linux kernel
Software vendor:
Linux Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to Secure Boot implementation does not automatically enable kernel lockdown. An attacker with physical access to the system can bypass implemented security restrictions.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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