CVE-2025-38423: linux kernel Double Free — Fix

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ASoC: codecs: wcd9375: Fix double free of regulator supplies Driver gets regulator supplies in probe path with devm_regulator_bulk_get(), so should not call regulator_bulk_free() in error and remove paths to avoid double free.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-415 CWE-415

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
linux	linux_kernel	6.11 — 6.12.35
linux	linux_kernel	6.13 — 6.15.4

References

Advisories & Patches

https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/63fe298652d4eda07d738bfcbbc59d1343a675ef https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c8228b5f3d74fd8ad4dfc79d5d601eb6fca5e63e https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/ce30258c05d39b62a05c99016d7148b3bf60fbdc

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-38423? +

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ASoC: codecs: wcd9375: Fix double free of regulator supplies Driver gets regulator supplies in probe path with devm_regulator_bulk_get(), so should not call regulator_bulk_free() in error and remove paths to avoid double free. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2025-38423? +

CVE-2025-38423 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-38423? +

CVE-2025-38423 affects products from linux, specifically: linux_kernel. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-38423? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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