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CVE-2026-98535

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: fsl/fman: Fix clk reference leak in read_dts_node() of_clk_get() returns a clock with its reference count incremented, but read…

Published Oct 18, 2026EPSS 0.22%

Overview

CVE-2026-98535 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 18, 2026.

Technical description

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

fsl/fman: Fix clk reference leak in read_dts_node()

of_clk_get() returns a clock with its reference count incremented, but

read_dts_node() only uses it to read the rate and never calls clk_put().

The clock is not stored anywhere, so the reference cannot be released

later either.

Release the clock once its rate has been read, which also covers the

error path taken when the rate is zero.

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-2026-98535?

CVE-2026-98535 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 18, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-98535?

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-2026-98535?

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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