SB20260625134 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel ocfs2



SB20260625134 - Improper input validation in Linux kernel ocfs2

Published: June 25, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB20260625134
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 input validation (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-53039)

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 improper input validation in ocfs2_group_add when handling the OCFS2_IOC_GROUP_ADD ioctl with a user-controlled group block before validation. A local user can supply crafted group add input to cause a denial of service.

The issue can trigger a kernel BUG in ocfs2_set_new_buffer_uptodate().


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.