CVE-2026-68392: Bluetooth: mgmt: fix locking in unpair_device/disconnect_sync

Published Aug 10, 2026
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Updated

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

Bluetooth: mgmt: fix locking in unpairdevice/disconnectsync

Dereferencing RCU-protected pointers outside critical sections is invalid and may lead to UAF.

Take hdev->lock for hciconn lookup and hciabortconn(). Don't use RCU to ensure the conn is fully initialized at this point.

Affected Software

1 affected component
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-2026-68392?

CVE-2026-68392 has a risk rating of 40, indicating a moderate severity level.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-68392?

To fix CVE-2026-68392, update your Linux Kernel to the latest stable version that includes the fix for this vulnerability.

3

What is CVE-2026-68392 about?

CVE-2026-68392 addresses an issue in the Linux kernel's Bluetooth management subsystem related to improper locking leading to potential use-after-free vulnerabilities.

4

Which Linux Kernel versions are affected by CVE-2026-68392?

CVE-2026-68392 affects previous versions of the Linux Kernel before the patch was applied, so ensure you are using an updated version.

5

Is CVE-2026-68392 a remote attack vector?

CVE-2026-68392 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker targets vulnerable Bluetooth connections.

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