Vulnerability Description
In libinput before 1.30.4 and 1.31.x before 1.31.3, libinput-device-group unescaped phys output can inject udev properties leading to arbitrary root code execution
CVSS Score
7.4
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freedesktop | Libinput | < 1.30.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/libinput/libinput/-/commit/76f0d8a7f57e2868882864Patch
- https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/libinput/libinput/-/work_items/1296Vendor Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/06/04/5Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://gitlab.freedesktop.org/libinput/libinput/-/work_items/1296Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-50292?
CVE-2026-50292 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). In libinput before 1.30.4 and 1.31.x before 1.31.3, libinput-device-group unescaped phys output can inject udev properties leading to arbitrary root code execution
How severe is CVE-2026-50292?
CVE-2026-50292 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-50292?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freedesktop Libinput.