CVE-2026-46013
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel. An issue in the memfd_luo component, specifically within the put_folios cleanup path of memfd_luo_retrieve_folios(), leads to incorrect physical address conversion and a missing check for sparse file holes. This could result in incorrect memory handling, potentially causing system instability or unexpected behavior.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Other,Integrity
Technical Impact: Unexpected State; Quality Degradation
The program could wind up using the wrong number and generate incorrect results. If the number is used to allocate resources or make a security decision, then this could introduce a vulnerability.
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