CVE-2025-39978 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.154/6.6.108/6.12.49/6.16.9 octeontx2-pf otx2_tc_add_flow use after free

October 15, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.154/6.6.108/6.12.49/6.16.9. This vulnerability affects the function otx2_tc_add_flow of the component octeontx2-pf. The manipulation results in use after free.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2025-39978. Access to the local network is required for this attack. No exploit is available.

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