CVE-2026-49745: GPU DDK - Unvalidated sHWPerfCtlDMABuf GPU-VA, DMA-write into FW privdata via MMU ctx 0

Published Jul 16, 2026
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Updated

Kernel software installed and running inside a Guest VM may post improper commands to the GPU Firmware to trigger a write of data outside the Guest's virtualised GPU memory.

Software installed and run under a Guest VM can send commands to the GPU which result in out of bounds memory accesses. These can be used to escalate privileges.

Affected Software

5 affected components
GPU DDK
All of the following
Any of the following
Imaginationtech Ddk<26.1
Imaginationtech Ddk=26.1-rtm1
Any of the following
Google Android
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Jul 16, 2026
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
SeverityWeakness
Jul 24, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:55 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:55 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-49745?

CVE-2026-49745 has a high severity rating of 7.8 according to the CVSS 3.1 scoring system.

2

What does CVE-2026-49745 affect?

CVE-2026-49745 affects the GPU DDK, specifically the management of DMA writes which can lead to unauthorized memory access.

3

How does CVE-2026-49745 exploit a Guest VM's GPU?

CVE-2026-49745 allows software running in a Guest VM to send improper commands to the GPU firmware, resulting in out of bounds memory writes.

4

What are the potential risks of CVE-2026-49745?

The risks of CVE-2026-49745 include unauthorized access and manipulation of GPU memory, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the Guest VM.

5

How can organizations mitigate CVE-2026-49745?

Organizations can mitigate CVE-2026-49745 by applying available updates to the GPU DDK and following best practices for guest VM isolation and security.

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