CVE-2026-68269: drm/i915/gem: Add missing nospec on parallel submit slot
Published Aug 10, 2026
·Updated
drm/i915/gem: Add missing nospec on parallel submit slot
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.143.1-1<6.6.150.1-1
6.6.150.1-1
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 6.6.150.1-1
Event History
Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:01 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:20 PM
Description
Aug 11, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:14 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:14 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:14 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-68269?
CVE-2026-68269 has a risk score of 23, indicating it is a critical vulnerability.
2
How do I mitigate CVE-2026-68269?
Mitigation for CVE-2026-68269 involves applying the latest kernel updates that include the Spectre mitigation for userspace controlled parallel submission.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-68269?
CVE-2026-68269 affects systems using the Linux kernel with the relevant Intel graphics drivers.
4
What does CVE-2026-68269 involve?
CVE-2026-68269 involves a missing Spectre mitigation specifically in the drm/i915 subsystem during parallel submission.
5
Is CVE-2026-68269 being actively exploited?
There is currently no public information indicating that CVE-2026-68269 is being actively exploited.