CVE-2026-43480
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel, specifically within the ASoC AMD audio driver. This vulnerability stems from a missing error check during clock acquisition, which could cause the system to attempt to access invalid memory. Such an action can lead to a system crash, resulting in a Denial of Service (DoS). A local attacker could potentially exploit this issue to make the system unavailable.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Integrity,Other
Technical Impact: Varies by Context; Unexpected State; Alter Execution Logic
An attacker could utilize an ignored error condition to place the system in an unexpected state that could lead to the execution of unintended logic and could cause other unintended behavior.
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