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CVE-2026-90271

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: arm_mpam: Fix a NULL pointer dereference on unbinding after an error interrupt If a user unbinds an MSC after mpam_disable() ha…

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.20%

Overview

CVE-2026-90271 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

Technical description

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

arm_mpam: Fix a NULL pointer dereference on unbinding after an error interrupt

If a user unbinds an MSC after mpam_disable() has been run in response

to an error interrupt then a dereference of a NULL pointer occurs as

mpam_disable() sets the drvdata to NULL. Add an early return to the driver

remove callback to avoid this.

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-2026-90271?

CVE-2026-90271 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-90271?

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-2026-90271?

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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