SB2026052799 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel core

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SB2026052799 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel core

Published: May 27, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026052799
CSH 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 vulnerability.


1) Improper input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-46088)

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

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 an improper buffer length validation in snd_ctl_elem_init_enum_names() when parsing enumeration names from a buffer. A local user can provide a crafted buffer with insufficient remaining length to trigger a kernel panic.

The issue is triggered on systems using CONFIG_FORTIFY_SOURCE where fortified strnlen() checks the remaining object size before the return value is examined.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References