CVE-2026-31451: ext4: replace BUG_ON with proper error handling in ext4_read_inline_folio
Published Apr 22, 2026
·Updated
ext4: replace BUGON with proper error handling in ext4readinlinefolio
Affected Software
11 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel (ext4)
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.130.1-3
Linux Linux kernel>=3.8<6.6.131
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.80
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.18.21
Linux Linux kernel>=6.19<6.19.11
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc5
Event History
Apr 22, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:53 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 23, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:08 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:08 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:08 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-31451?
The severity of CVE-2026-31451 is medium with a score of 5.5.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-31451?
CVE-2026-31451 can be fixed by applying the available patch from the Linux kernel.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2026-31451?
CVE-2026-31451 affects the Linux kernel, specifically the ext4 file system.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-31451?
CVE-2026-31451 is a coding vulnerability related to error handling in ext4_read_inline_folio.
5
What happens if CVE-2026-31451 is not addressed?
If CVE-2026-31451 is not addressed, systems may experience instability due to improper error handling.