CVE-2026-64363: HID: appleir: fix UAF on pending key_up_timer in remove()

Published Jul 25, 2026
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Updated

HID: appleir: fix UAF on pending keyuptimer in remove()

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.144.1-1<6.6.145.2-1
6.6.145.2-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.6.145.2-1

Event History

Jul 25, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:50 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:50 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:17 AM
Description
Jul 26, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:09 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:09 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:09 AM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID of the issue described?

The vulnerability ID of the issue described is CVE-2026-64363.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2026-64363?

The severity level of CVE-2026-64363 is medium with a score of 5.5.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-64363?

CVE-2026-64363 is a use-after-free vulnerability in the HID: appleir driver.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2026-64363?

CVE-2026-64363 affects the Linux Kernel and Microsoft azl3 kernel version 6.6.144.1-1.

5

How can I mitigate CVE-2026-64363?

To mitigate CVE-2026-64363, ensure that you update to the latest patched version of the Linux kernel.

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