CVE-2026-43462
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's spacemit network driver. Specifically, an error in the emac_tx_mem_map() function could result in the leakage of Direct Memory Access (DMA) mappings. This resource management issue may lead to a denial of service, impacting system availability.
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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