CVE-2026-72397: hwmon: (pmbus/core) honor vrm_version in pmbus_data2reg_vid()

Published Aug 15, 2026
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Updated

hwmon: (pmbus/core) honor vrmversion in pmbusdata2regvid()

Affected Software

1 affected component
The Linux Kernel Community Linux Kernel

Event History

Aug 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:56 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:22 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Aug 23, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:52 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72397?

CVE-2026-72397 has a risk level of 34, indicating a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How does CVE-2026-72397 affect the Linux kernel?

CVE-2026-72397 affects the Linux kernel by not honoring the configured vrm_version in pmbus_data2reg_vid(), leading to incorrect handling of voltage regulation.

3

What systems are impacted by CVE-2026-72397?

CVE-2026-72397 impacts systems that utilize the hwmon subsystem, specifically those relying on pmbus devices.

4

How do I fix CVE-2026-72397?

To fix CVE-2026-72397, update your Linux kernel to the version that includes the patch resolving this vulnerability.

5

When was CVE-2026-72397 published?

CVE-2026-72397 was published on August 15, 2026.

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