CVE-2026-31453: xfs: avoid dereferencing log items after push callbacks
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
xfs: avoid dereferencing log items after push callbacks
After xfsaildpushitem() calls ioppush(), the log item may have been freed if the AIL lock was dropped during the push. Background inode reclaim or the dquot shrinker can free the log item while the AIL lock is not held, and the tracepoints in the switch statement dereference the log item after ioppush() returns.
Fix this by capturing the log item type, flags, and LSN before calling xfsaildpushitem(), and introducing a new xfsailpushclass trace event class that takes these pre-captured values and the ailp pointer instead of the log item pointer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-31453?
The severity of CVE-2026-31453 is high, with a score of 7.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-31453?
CVE-2026-31453 is a Null Pointer Dereference vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2026-31453?
To fix CVE-2026-31453, apply the available patch for the Linux kernel.
What software is affected by CVE-2026-31453?
CVE-2026-31453 affects the Linux kernel and the Microsoft azl3 kernel version 6.6.130.1-3.
What can happen if CVE-2026-31453 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2026-31453 may lead to a system crash or potential data corruption due to dereferenced freed log items.