CVE-2026-68390: Bluetooth: hci_sync: hold hdev->lock for hci_conn_params lookups

Published Aug 10, 2026
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Updated

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

Bluetooth: hcisync: hold hdev->lock for hciconnparams lookups

hciconnparamslookup requires hdev->lock be held, otherwise the list iteration or param access is not safe.

Hold hdev->lock for params lookups in hcisync.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:04 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:20 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-68390?

CVE-2026-68390 has a risk rating of 27, indicating a significant vulnerability within the Linux kernel's Bluetooth implementation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-68390?

To fix CVE-2026-68390, update the Linux kernel to the latest version that includes the necessary patches for this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-68390?

CVE-2026-68390 affects the Bluetooth subsystem of the Linux kernel across various distributions that utilize the vulnerable kernel version.

4

What does CVE-2026-68390 impact?

CVE-2026-68390 impacts the safe iteration and access of Bluetooth connection parameters due to improper locking mechanisms.

5

Is CVE-2026-68390 actively exploited?

As of now, there are no public reports indicating that CVE-2026-68390 is actively being exploited in the wild.

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