ZDI-CAN-30389: ZDI-26-692: Linux Kernel eMPIA USB Device Driver Race Condition Code Execution Vulnerability
Published Sep 14, 2026
·Updated
This vulnerability allows physically present attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Linux Kernel. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.1. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2026-31583.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Linux Kernel
Event History
Sep 14, 2026
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
Who is realistically exposed to exploitation?
Affected Linux Kernel installations are exposed to attackers who can be physically present at the system. The issue is in the eMPIA USB device driver, so exploitation would involve physical access to the target's USB interface.
2
Does exploitation require authentication or prior access to an account?
No. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability, although the attacker must be physically present.
3
What impact can successful exploitation have?
A successful attacker can execute arbitrary code on the affected Linux Kernel installation.