Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: mailbox: Prevent out-of-bounds access in fw_mbox_index_xlate() Although it is guided that `#mbox-cells` must be at least 1, there are many instances of `#mbox-cells = <0>;` in the device tree. If that is the case and the corresponding mailbox controller does not provide `fw_xlate` and of_xlate` function pointers, `fw_mbox_index_xlate()` will be used by default and out-of-bounds accesses could occur due to lack of bounds check in that function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.18.1, < 6.1.167 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/01d9a8c2615d436b2b30c19c1afe9fcd5726ff6dPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/2662ed331a69c0b551f78af58f12eb629a89a36fPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/31c4c67dec3362094a6747a171a4848e98542265Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4caae8168d1b808c7d4ff481295292e3f97f90fbPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f50b39fd7c72a8734153644ee945ca0d8b2e65abPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/fcd7f96c783626c07ee3ed75fa3739a8a2052310Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-43281?
CVE-2026-43281 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: mailbox: Prevent out-of-bounds access in fw_mbox_index_xlate() Although it is guided that `#mbox-cells` must be at least 1, there ...
How severe is CVE-2026-43281?
CVE-2026-43281 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-43281?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.