Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: nvmem: core: fix use-after-free bugs in error paths Fix several instances of error paths in which we call __nvmem_device_put() - which may end up freeing the underlying memory and other resources - and then keep on using the nvmem structure. Always put the reference to the nvmem device as the last step before returning the error code.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 4.20, < 6.12.94 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/40e2a459c0dd1333b2343831480a0ad80dc07614Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/5b6b6fc491899d583eaa75344e094796ae9b530bPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/cb85ef5a227b3662b88f4d849a1aad43bfe7f5aePatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e0d38bf47a72da2f02c9fa6f752cd66d977cd7f7Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-53156?
CVE-2026-53156 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: nvmem: core: fix use-after-free bugs in error paths Fix several instances of error paths in which we call __nvmem_device_put() - w...
How severe is CVE-2026-53156?
CVE-2026-53156 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-53156?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.