CVE-2026-64290: iommufd: Break the loop on failure in iommufd_fault_fops_read()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
iommufd: Break the loop on failure in iommufdfaultfopsread()
On a copytouser() failure inside the inner listforeachentry, only the inner loop breaks; the outer while re-fetches the just-restored fault group and retries the failing copytouser() forever, spinning the reader at 100% CPU with fault->mutex held.
Check rc after the inner loop and break the outer while as well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-64290?
CVE-2026-64290 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
How do I fix CVE-2026-64290?
To fix CVE-2026-64290, apply the available patch provided in the Linux kernel updates.
What software is affected by CVE-2026-64290?
CVE-2026-64290 affects the Linux kernel.
What does CVE-2026-64290 impact?
CVE-2026-64290 impacts the fault handling process in the iommufd component of the Linux kernel.
When was CVE-2026-64290 published?
CVE-2026-64290 was published on July 25, 2026.