CVE-2026-43295
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's rapidio subsystem. When memory allocation for idtab fails within the rio_scan_alloc_net() function, the network object is not correctly freed, resulting in a dangling pointer. This improper memory management could lead to system instability or a denial of service.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Integrity,Availability,Confidentiality
Technical Impact: Modify Memory; DoS: Crash, Exit, or Restart; Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands
This weakness may result in the corruption of memory, and perhaps instructions, possibly leading to a crash. If the corrupted memory can be effectively controlled, it may be possible to execute arbitrary code.
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