The Linux Kernel lockdown mode for kernel versions starting on 6.12 and above for Fedora Linux has the lockdown mode disabled without any warning. This may allow an attacker to gain access to sensitive information such kernel memory mappings, I/O ports, BPF and kprobes. Additionally unsigned modules can be loaded, leading to execution of untrusted code breaking breaking any Secure Boot protection. This vulnerability affects only Fedora Linux.
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Configurations
No configuration.
History
26 Feb 2026, 17:22
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| CWE | CWE-306 |
18 Feb 2026, 21:16
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Information
Published : 2026-02-18 21:16
Updated : 2026-02-26 17:22
NVD link : CVE-2025-1272
Mitre link : CVE-2025-1272
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2025-1272
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Products Affected
No product.
CWE
CWE-306
Missing Authentication for Critical Function
