CVE-2026-99162
gpio: shared: fix use-after-free bug when adding shared proxies
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: gpio: shared: fix use-after-free bug when adding shared proxies The GPIO lookup table can stay alive for longer than the kobject whose name string's address we're assigning to lookup->dev_id. Fix a potential UAF by duplicating the string.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 28, 2026, 11:17 a.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 28, 2026, 11:17 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
Solution
- Apply the patch to the Linux kernel.
- Ensure the string is duplicated for lookup->dev_id.
- Verify the GPIO lookup table lifespan.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-99162.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8861491f8501516429e0e6c9d7a056480047227c | |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/bd22f7e63509fa758cf500d9af3e88a3d3df96be |
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New CVE Received by 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
Oct. 28, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: gpio: shared: fix use-after-free bug when adding shared proxies The GPIO lookup table can stay alive for longer than the kobject whose name string's address we're assigning to lookup->dev_id. Fix a potential UAF by duplicating the string. Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/99xxx/CVE-2026-99162.json">CVE-2026-99162</a> Added Reference https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8861491f8501516429e0e6c9d7a056480047227c Added Reference https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/bd22f7e63509fa758cf500d9af3e88a3d3df96be