CVE-2025-68236
kernel: Linux kernel: Denial of Service during UFS power down
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · December 16, 2025
Updated · June 30, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel. During the Universal Flash Storage (UFS) power-down sequence, a hardware reset (HWRST) can cause the device firmware to draw a large current. This may trigger an overcurrent protection (OCP) fault in the power regulator, leading to a denial of service. The issue arises because the power rail might transition to a low power mode before the reset operation is fully completed.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 5.5CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
CWE-820 · Missing Synchronization