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CVE-2026-90306

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ARM: 9481/2: breakpoint: CFI breakpoints only on demand This removes the stub hw_breakpoint_cfi_handler() from ARM, making it n…

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-90306 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: 9481/2: breakpoint: CFI breakpoints only on demand

This removes the stub hw_breakpoint_cfi_handler() from ARM, making

it not steal breakpoint type 0x03 (ARM_ENTRY_CFI_BREAKPOINT) unless

CFI is actively used in the kernel.

When not instrumenting with CFI, or when a breakpoint is issued in

userspace, we fall through to return 1 from hw_breakpoint_pending()

"unhandled fault" so userspace can make use of this breakpoint.

Tested with LKDTM and this command line:

echo CFI_FORWARD_PROTO > /sys/kernel/debug/provoke-crash/DIRECT

still works as expected.

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-2026-90306?

CVE-2026-90306 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-90306?

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-2026-90306?

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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