SB2026012406 - Incorrect calculation in Linux kernel infiniband core driver



SB2026012406 - Incorrect calculation in Linux kernel infiniband core driver

Published: January 24, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026012406
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Incorrect calculation (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-71157)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect calculation within the ib_del_sub_device_and_put() function in drivers/infiniband/core/device.c. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.