CVE-2025-37986
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Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: usb: typec: class: Invalidate USB device pointers on partner unregistration To avoid using invalid USB device pointers after a Type-C partner disconnects, this patch clears the pointers upon partner unregistration. This ensures a clean state for future connections.
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS score
5.5
(v3.1)
Vulnerability status
Analyzed
Source identifier
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
Published
2025-05-20 18:15:45.470000
Last modified
2026-11-05 21:18:01.113000
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