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CVE-2026-80524

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: optee: ffa: Add NULL check in optee_ffa_lend_protmem Sashiko (locally) reports a possible null dereference under memory pressur…

Published Aug 26, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-80524 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 26, 2026.

Technical description

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

optee: ffa: Add NULL check in optee_ffa_lend_protmem

Sashiko (locally) reports a possible null dereference under memory

pressure due to the lack of validation of the allocated pointer.

Fix that by adding the missing check.

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-2026-80524?

CVE-2026-80524 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 26, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-80524?

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-2026-80524?

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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