HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2026-74296

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: RDMA/mlx5: Release the HW‑provided UAR index rather than the SW one Free the UAR index returned by the hardware.

Vulnerability Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: RDMA/mlx5: Release the HW‑provided UAR index rather than the SW one Free the UAR index returned by the hardware.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-74296?

CVE-2026-74296 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: RDMA/mlx5: Release the HW‑provided UAR index rather than the SW one Free the UAR index returned by the hardware.

How severe is CVE-2026-74296?

CVE-2026-74296 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-2026-74296?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.