CVE-2026-43431: xhci: Fix NULL pointer dereference when reading portli debugfs files

Published May 8, 2026
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Updated

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

xhci: Fix NULL pointer dereference when reading portli debugfs files

Michal reported and debgged a NULL pointer dereference bug in the recently added portli debugfs files

Oops is caused when there are more port registers counted in xhci->maxports than ports reported by Supported Protocol capabilities. This is possible if maxports is more than maximum port number, or if there are gaps between ports of different speeds the 'Supported Protocol' capabilities.

In such cases port->rhub will be NULL so we can't reach xhci behind it. Add an explicit NULL check for this case, and print portli in hex without dereferencing port->rhub.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Linux Linux kernel (xhci)
Linux Linux kernel>=6.19<6.19.9
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=7.0-rc4

Event History

May 8, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:22 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-43431?

The severity of CVE-2026-43431 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-43431?

CVE-2026-43431 can be fixed by applying the available patch.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-43431?

CVE-2026-43431 is a null pointer dereference vulnerability.

4

In which software does CVE-2026-43431 exist?

CVE-2026-43431 exists in the Linux kernel, specifically related to xhci.

5

When was CVE-2026-43431 published?

CVE-2026-43431 was published on May 8, 2026.

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