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CVE-2026-45925
Published: May 27, 2026· Updated: May 27, 2026
Official Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
thermal/of: Fix reference leak in thermal_of_cm_lookup()
In thermal_of_cm_lookup(), tr_np is obtained via of_parse_phandle(), but
never released.
Use the __free(device_node) cleanup attribute to automatically release
the node and fix the leak.
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-45925 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
Affected Vendors & Products
Mentioned vendors (from description):
Linux
CPE data not yet available in NVD for this CVE.
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2026-45925
SeverityNONE
CISA KEVNo
PublishedMay 27, 2026
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-45925 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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