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CVE-2026-74273

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: cxl/region: Block region delete during region creation Expand the range lock, rename it "regions_lock", to disable region delet…

Published Aug 15, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-74273 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 15, 2026.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

cxl/region: Block region delete during region creation

Expand the range lock, rename it "regions_lock", to disable region deletion

in the critical period between construct_region() and attach_target(), as

well as the period between device_add() and registering the remove actions.

Otherwise, userspace can confuse the kernel. It can violate the assumption

the region stays registered through the completion of cxl_add_to_region().

It can violate the assumption that devm_add_action_or_reset() is working

with a live 'struct cxl_region'.

It is ok for the region to disappear outside of those windows as that

mirrors device hotplug flows where the proper locks are held.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-74273?

CVE-2026-74273 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 15, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-74273?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-74273?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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