CVE-2026-23229: crypto: virtio - Add spinlock protection with virtqueue notification
crypto: virtio - Add spinlock protection with virtqueue notification
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 5.15.202.1-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 6.6.121.1-2 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.113-1Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.13-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-23229?
CVE-2026-23229 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability affecting certain Linux kernel versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-23229?
To remediate CVE-2026-23229, you should upgrade to a patched version of the Linux kernel as per the vendor's recommendations.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2026-23229?
CVE-2026-23229 affects Linux kernel versions from 4.19.306 up to 6.19, depending on the specific sub-version.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-23229?
CVE-2026-23229 is a spinlock protection vulnerability related to virtqueue notifications in the Linux kernel.
Can CVE-2026-23229 lead to system compromises?
If exploited, CVE-2026-23229 could potentially lead to race conditions, affecting system stability and security.