CVE-2026-31391: crypto: atmel-sha204a - Fix OOM ->tfm_count leak

Published Apr 3, 2026
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Updated

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

crypto: atmel-sha204a - Fix OOM ->tfmcount leak

If memory allocation fails, decrement ->tfmcount to avoid blocking future reads.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Linux Linux kernel (atmel-sha204a crypto driver)
Linux Linux kernel>=5.3<5.10.253
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<6.1.167
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.130
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.78
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.18.20
Linux Linux kernel>=6.19<6.19.10
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc2

Event History

Apr 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:15 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-31391?

CVE-2026-31391 is classified as a low severity vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel's atmel-sha204a crypto driver.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-31391?

To fix CVE-2026-31391, update your Linux kernel to a version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What does CVE-2026-31391 affect?

CVE-2026-31391 affects the atmel-sha204a crypto driver in the Linux kernel.

4

What is the nature of the issue in CVE-2026-31391?

CVE-2026-31391 involves a leak of the tfm_count variable when memory allocation fails, which could affect future reads.

5

Is CVE-2026-31391 remotely exploitable?

CVE-2026-31391 is not considered remotely exploitable, as it requires local access to the affected system.

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