CVE-2026-31520: HID: apple: avoid memory leak in apple_report_fixup()
Published Apr 22, 2026
·Updated
HID: apple: avoid memory leak in applereportfixup()
Affected Software
9 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel (hid-apple)
Linux Linux kernel>=5.17<6.1.168
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<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
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.130.1-3
Remediation
Event History
Apr 22, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:54 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:54 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 23, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:07 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:07 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:07 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-31520?
The severity of CVE-2026-31520 is classified as moderate due to potential memory leaks affecting system stability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-31520?
To fix CVE-2026-31520, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that includes the patch for the apple_report_fixup() function.
3
Which systems are affected by CVE-2026-31520?
CVE-2026-31520 affects the Linux kernel specifically for the HID (Human Interface Device) drivers related to Apple.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-31520?
The potential impacts of CVE-2026-31520 include increased memory usage and system performance issues due to memory leaks.
5
Is CVE-2026-31520 being actively exploited?
As of the latest information, there are no reports indicating that CVE-2026-31520 is being actively exploited in the wild.