CVE-2026-45939
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's gpib module. Improper error handling within the ni_usb_init() function can lead to a memory leak. This occurs when the ni_usb_setup_init() function fails to initialize, causing an allocated buffer to not be freed. Over time, this could result in reduced system performance or stability due to resource exhaustion.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Availability
Technical Impact: DoS: Resource Consumption (Other); DoS: Resource Consumption (Memory); DoS: Resource Consumption (CPU)
An attacker that can influence the allocation of resources that are not properly released could deplete the available resource pool and prevent all other processes from accessing the same type of resource. Frequently-affected resources include memory, CPU, disk space, power or battery, etc.
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