CVE-2025-38435

riscv: vector: Fix context save/restore with xtheadvector

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: riscv: vector: Fix context save/restore with xtheadvector Previously only v0-v7 were correctly saved/restored, and the context of v8-v31 are damanged. Correctly save/restore v8-v31 to avoid breaking userspace.

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CVSS

Severity:

EPSS 0.02%

Affected: Linux Linux

References

Link	Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/dd5ceea8d50e9e108a10d1e0d89fa2c9ff442ca2
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4262bd0d9cc704ea1365ac00afc1272400c2cbef

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-38435?: CVE-2025-38435 has not yet been assigned a CVSS score.
How to fix CVE-2025-38435?: To fix CVE-2025-38435, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-38435 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-38435 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-38435?: CVE-2025-38435 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.

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