CVE-2026-74461: i2c: imx: Cancel hrtimer before clearing slave pointer
Published Aug 15, 2026
·Updated
i2c: imx: Cancel hrtimer before clearing slave pointer
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.150.1-1<6.6.152.1-1
6.6.152.1-1
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 6.6.152.1-1
Event History
Aug 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:27 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:17 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Aug 23, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·10:04 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·10:04 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·10:04 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-74461?
The severity of CVE-2026-74461 is rated at 38.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-74461?
To fix CVE-2026-74461, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel where the vulnerability has been resolved.
3
What components are affected by CVE-2026-74461?
CVE-2026-74461 affects the I2C subsystem specifically related to the imx device drivers in the Linux kernel.
4
What types of vulnerabilities are present in CVE-2026-74461?
CVE-2026-74461 involves Use After Free and Null Pointer Dereference vulnerabilities.
5
When was CVE-2026-74461 published?
CVE-2026-74461 was published on August 15, 2026.