CVE-2026-23383: bpf, arm64: Force 8-byte alignment for JIT buffer to prevent atomic tearing
bpf, arm64: Force 8-byte alignment for JIT buffer to prevent atomic tearing
Affected Software
Remediation
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.85-1 - Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.19.8-1 - Upgrade
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linux/Kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.191 - Upgrade
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linux/Kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.6.160 - Upgrade
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linux/Kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.77 - Upgrade
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linux/Kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.18.17 - Upgrade
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linux/Kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.19.7 - Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.115-2Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.15-1 - Configuration
Increase the JIT buffer allocation alignment requirement in bpf_jit_binary_pack_alloc() from 4 bytes (sizeof(u32)) to 8 bytes (sizeof(u64)) so the buffer base and struct bpf_plt target field are 8-byte aligned.
Linux kernel BPF arm64 JIT allocator bpf_jit_binary_pack_alloc() alignment requirement = 8 bytes (sizeof(u64))
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-23383?
The severity of CVE-2026-23383 is considered moderate as it involves a potential performance issue due to atomic tearing.
How do I fix CVE-2026-23383?
To fix CVE-2026-23383, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that includes the patch addressing JIT buffer alignment.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-23383?
CVE-2026-23383 affects the Linux kernel on arm64 architecture.
Is CVE-2026-23383 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2026-23383 is not considered remotely exploitable as it requires an attacker to have access to the local environment.
What impact does CVE-2026-23383 have on system performance?
CVE-2026-23383 may lead to degraded system performance due to potential atomic tearing in specific scenarios.