CVE-2025-38404 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16-rc4 usb cros_typec_altmode_work deadlock (Nessus ID 270134 / WID-SEC-2025-1653)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.16-rc4. It has been rated as critical. This vulnerability affects the function cros_typec_altmode_work of the component usb. The manipulation leads to deadlock.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-38404. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is advised.