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CVE-2026-98390

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: x86/amd_node: Avoid divide by zero on virtualized systems On a virtualized system, the number of nodes does not have a relation…

Published Oct 14, 2026EPSS 0.20%

Overview

CVE-2026-98390 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 14, 2026.

Technical description

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

x86/amd_node: Avoid divide by zero on virtualized systems

On a virtualized system, the number of nodes does not have a relationship to

the number of roots. A Xen PVH dom0 can calculate roots_per_node as 0, which

crashes with a divide by zero in:

if (count++ % roots_per_node)

because the underlying topology code on Xen ends up making num_nodes

2 and num_roots 1 and the integer division result is 0.

The issue is seen with Xen, but it could affect other systems.

Set roots_per_node to 1 in this case. Print a firmware bug when this is

performed for non-virtualized systems.

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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-2026-98390?

CVE-2026-98390 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 14, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-98390?

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-2026-98390?

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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