CVE-2025-58410 is a security vulnerability identified in Imagination Technologies' Graphics Device Driver Kit (DDK), specifically affecting versions 23.3 RTM and 25.2 RTM. The flaw stems from improper handling of memory protections on GPU buffer resources, categorized under CWE-280 (Improper Handling of Insufficient Permissions or Privileges). In this case, software running with non-privileged user rights can issue GPU system calls that incorrectly grant write permissions to memory buffers that should be read-only. This improper enforcement allows unauthorized modification of memory, which could lead to privilege escalation or corruption of sensitive data stored in GPU memory buffers. The vulnerability does not require user interaction or prior authentication, increasing its risk profile. Although no public exploits have been reported yet, the flaw's nature suggests that attackers with local access could leverage it to gain elevated privileges or compromise system integrity. The lack of a CVSS score indicates the need for a severity assessment based on technical impact and exploitation complexity. The vulnerability affects embedded and mobile systems using Imagination Technologies GPUs, which are widely deployed in various consumer electronics and industrial applications. The improper memory protection handling could be exploited to bypass security controls, potentially undermining the confidentiality and integrity of data processed or stored in GPU memory. The vulnerability was reserved in early September 2025 and published in mid-November 2025, with no patches currently available, emphasizing the need for proactive mitigation strategies.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-58410 could be significant, particularly for those in sectors relying on embedded systems, mobile devices, or specialized hardware using Imagination Technologies GPUs. The vulnerability enables local attackers or malicious software running with limited privileges to escalate their rights by gaining write access to protected memory buffers. This could lead to unauthorized data modification, leakage of sensitive information, or disruption of GPU-accelerated processes. Industries such as automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics manufacturing, and critical infrastructure that integrate these GPUs in their products or operational technology could face increased risk. The compromise of GPU memory integrity may also affect the reliability of graphics rendering or computational tasks, potentially causing system instability or denial of service. Additionally, the ability to bypass memory protections could facilitate further attacks, including kernel-level exploits or persistent malware installation. Given the widespread use of Imagination Technologies GPUs in European-manufactured devices and embedded systems, the vulnerability poses a tangible threat to confidentiality, integrity, and availability within affected environments.

1. Monitor Imagination Technologies' official channels for patches addressing CVE-2025-58410 and apply updates promptly once released. 2. Restrict access to GPU device interfaces and system calls to trusted applications and users only, employing strict access control policies. 3. Implement runtime monitoring and anomaly detection for GPU memory operations to identify unusual write attempts to read-only buffers. 4. Employ application whitelisting and privilege separation to limit the ability of non-privileged software to interact directly with GPU drivers. 5. Conduct thorough security audits of systems utilizing the affected Graphics DDK versions to identify and isolate vulnerable components. 6. Where feasible, consider upgrading to hardware or software platforms not affected by this vulnerability. 7. Educate developers and system administrators about the risks of improper GPU memory handling and encourage secure coding practices for GPU-accelerated applications. 8. Use virtualization or containerization to isolate GPU workloads, reducing the attack surface. 9. Maintain comprehensive logging of GPU driver interactions to support forensic analysis in case of suspected exploitation.