CVE-2026-72293: KVM: s390: vsie: Add missing radix_tree_preload() in _gaccess_shadow_fault()

Published Aug 15, 2026

Updated

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

KVM: s390: vsie: Add missing radixtreepreload() in gaccessshadowfault()

Add missing radixtreepreload() in gaccessshadowfault() to guarantee forward progress. The core of gaccessshadowfault() has been split into gaccessshadowfault() in order to simplify locking.

Affected Software

1 affected component

The Linux Kernel Organization Linux kernel

Event History

Aug 15, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:55 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:55 AM

Description

Data Sourced

via NVD·06:22 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72293?

CVE-2026-72293 is rated with a risk score of 22, indicating a significant security concern.

How do I fix CVE-2026-72293?

To fix CVE-2026-72293, update your Linux kernel to the version that includes the patch for this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-72293?

CVE-2026-72293 affects systems running the KVM module on s390 architecture in the Linux kernel.

What does CVE-2026-72293 impact?

CVE-2026-72293 impacts the functionality of the _gaccess_shadow_fault() method, potentially affecting system stability.

When was CVE-2026-72293 published?

CVE-2026-72293 was published on August 15, 2026.