CVE-2026-72496
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's RDMA/bnxt_re component. When the bnxt_qplib_alloc_dpi function attempts to map I/O memory (ioremap), it may not properly handle failures. This oversight could lead to system instability or a denial of service (DoS) condition, as the system might proceed with an invalid memory state.
Statement
Red Hat Product Security has determined that this vulnerability does not affect any currently supported Red Hat product. This assessment may evolve based on further analysis and discovery. For more information about this vulnerability and the products it affects, please see the linked references.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Availability,Integrity
Technical Impact: Unexpected State; DoS: Crash, Exit, or Restart
An unexpected return value could place the system in a state that could lead to a crash or other unintended behaviors.
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