SB20260508112 - Improper resource shutdown or release in Linux kernel qcom qdsp6



SB20260508112 - Improper resource shutdown or release in Linux kernel qcom qdsp6

Published: May 8, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB20260508112
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

Low 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper resource shutdown or release (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-43412)

CWE-ID: CWE-404 - Improper Resource Shutdown or Release

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local user to cause a denial of service.

The vulnerability exists due to improper resource shutdown or release in the q6apm ASoC component removal logic when handling ADSP stop and start events. A local user can trigger ADSP stop and start sequences to cause a denial of service.

The issue can result in a kernel NULL pointer dereference and crash during the next rebind after teardown.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.