CVE-2026-31522: HID: magicmouse: avoid memory leak in magicmouse_report_fixup()
Published Apr 22, 2026
·Updated
HID: magicmouse: avoid memory leak in magicmousereportfixup()
Affected Software
11 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.15.17<5.15.203
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16.3<5.17
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·08:08 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-2026-31522?
CVE-2026-31522 has a high severity due to the potential for memory leak exploitation in the Linux kernel.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-31522?
To fix CVE-2026-31522, update the Linux kernel to the latest version that includes the patch for this vulnerability.
3
What are the consequences of CVE-2026-31522?
The consequences of CVE-2026-31522 include increased memory consumption and potential denial of service if exploited.
4
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2026-31522?
CVE-2026-31522 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel prior to the patch, so it is important to check the version history.
5
Is CVE-2026-31522 a hardware or software vulnerability?
CVE-2026-31522 is a software vulnerability within the Linux kernel related to efficient memory management.