CVE-2026-52904
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's drm/nouveau component. This issue arises during device initialization when a specific function fails to properly release allocated memory resources. This memory leak can be triggered by a local user, potentially leading to system instability or a Denial of Service (DoS) 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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