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CVE-2026-93163

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hwrng: core - fix rng list on registration error hwrng_register(rng) does the following: 1.

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-93163 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

hwrng: core - fix rng list on registration error

hwrng_register(rng) does the following:

1. Checks if rng has name and read methods set

2. Checks if the name already exists

3. Adds rng to global rng_list

4. May try to set rng to current_rng

If step 4 fails, it returns an error. However, it does not remove the

rng from rng_list, causing a dangling reference which can result in

use-after-free if the caller frees rng, since registration failed.

Add a list_del_init() cleanup step.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-93163?

CVE-2026-93163 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-93163?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-93163?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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