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CVE-2026-90334

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tty: clear cdev pointer after cdev_add() failure tty_cdev_add() drops the cdev reference when cdev_add() fails, but leaves driv…

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.22%

Overview

CVE-2026-90334 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

Technical description

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

tty: clear cdev pointer after cdev_add() failure

tty_cdev_add() drops the cdev reference when cdev_add() fails, but

leaves driver->cdevs[index] pointing to freed memory.

tty_unregister_device() later passes that stale pointer to cdev_del(),

causing a use-after-free.

Clear the slot after dropping the reference.

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-2026-90334?

CVE-2026-90334 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-90334?

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-2026-90334?

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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