CVE-2026-43248: vhost: move vdpa group bound check to vhost_vdpa

Published May 6, 2026
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Updated

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

vhost: move vdpa group bound check to vhostvdpa

Remove duplication by consolidating these here. This reduces the posibility of a parent driver missing them.

While we're at it, fix a bug in vdpasim where a valid ASID can be assigned to a group equal to ngroups, causing an out of bound write.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.19<6.12.75
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.18.16
Linux Linux kernel>=6.19<6.19.6

Event History

May 6, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:28 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:28 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-43248?

CVE-2026-43248 has a medium severity rating due to the potential impact on system stability and security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-43248?

To fix CVE-2026-43248, update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version that includes the patch for this vulnerability.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2026-43248?

CVE-2026-43248 affects the Linux kernel, particularly systems utilizing the vhost and vdpa components.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-43248?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-43248 include system crashes and possible data corruption due to improper group bounds checking.

5

Is CVE-2026-43248 currently being exploited in the wild?

As of now, there is no evidence that CVE-2026-43248 is actively being exploited in the wild.

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