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Linux Kernel Division by Zero Vulnerability in AMD DRM/PM Component

Vulnerability

A division by zero vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's AMD Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) power management (PM) component. This issue arises because the user can set any speed value, and if the value exceeds UINT_MAX divided by 8, it can lead to a division by zero error. The vulnerability was discovered by the Linux Verification Center using SVACE.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a denial of service condition, causing a system crash or instability.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.0
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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