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Linux Kernel NULL Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in DRM Plane Handling

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) plane handling has been addressed. The issue arose in the 'create_in_format_blob()' function, which is supposed to return a valid pointer or an error, but not NULL. A NULL return value could lead to a NULL pointer dereference, causing a system crash. The vulnerability affects the Linux kernel stable tree.

Impact

The vulnerability could lead to a NULL pointer dereference, causing a system crash.

Added: Dec 16, 2025, 4:10 PM
Updated: Dec 16, 2025, 4:10 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
5.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
1.4
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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