SB20260812324 - Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime in Linux kernel usb pwc driver

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SB20260812324 - Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime in Linux kernel usb pwc driver

Published: August 12, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB20260812324
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Partial DoS

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-68216)

CWE-ID: CWE-772 - Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime

CVSSv4: 4.8 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N]


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

The vulnerability exists due to improper resource management in start_streaming() in the pwc USB camera driver when handling queued video buffers during streaming startup failure conditions. A local user can trigger a streaming startup failure to cause a denial of service.

The issue can be triggered when the USB device is already disconnected or when locking is interrupted by a signal.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References