CVE-2026-93316: Starting daemon with --cdi-disabled flag can lead to panic on specific builds

Published Oct 5, 2026
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Updated

If BuildKit daemon is started with --cdi-disabled it can lead to daemon panic when builds try to use CDI devices. This can happen maliciously or by accident.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Docker BuildKit

Event History

Oct 5, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:42 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:42 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What configuration is required for this issue to occur?

The BuildKit daemon must be started with the --cdi-disabled flag, and a build must attempt to use CDI devices.

2

Can this be triggered unintentionally?

Yes. A build attempting to use CDI devices can trigger the daemon panic either maliciously or accidentally.

3

What is the operational impact of successful triggering?

The BuildKit daemon can panic, interrupting its operation.

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