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CVE-2026-90364

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ACPI: processor: Unregister cpufreq notifier on init failure acpi_processor_driver_init() registers the cpufreq policy notifier…

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-90364 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

Technical description

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

ACPI: processor: Unregister cpufreq notifier on init failure

acpi_processor_driver_init() registers the cpufreq policy notifier before

registering the ACPI processor driver and setting up CPU hotplug state.

If driver_register() or cpuhp_setup_state() fails, the error path only

unregisters the ACPI processor driver and the idle driver. The cpufreq

notifier remains registered even though initialization failed.

Mirror the module exit path on the init failure path and unregister the

cpufreq notifier when it has been registered.

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-2026-90364?

CVE-2026-90364 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-90364?

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-2026-90364?

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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