CVE-2026-98776
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: binderfs: fix UAF write in binder_add_device binderfs_binder_device_create() publishes the new dentry with d_make_persistent()…
Overview
CVE-2026-98776 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 18, 2026.
Technical description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
binderfs: fix UAF write in binder_add_device
binderfs_binder_device_create() publishes the new dentry with
d_make_persistent() and then calls simple_done_creating(), which drops
the parent directory lock and the creator's dentry reference. It then
calls binder_add_device() to register the device in the global
binder_devices list.
After simple_done_creating() releases the parent directory lock, a
concurrent unlinkat() can remove the new device entry. Dropping the
creator's dentry reference can then trigger binderfs_evict_inode(),
freeing the device. binder_add_device() later accesses the freed
object, causing UAF write.
Found by a modified Syzkaller:
BUG: KASAN: slab-use-after-free in hlist_add_head include/linux/list.h:1073 [inline]
BUG: KASAN: slab-use-after-free in binder_add_device+0xa9/0xc0 drivers/android/binder.c:7068
Write of size 8 at addr ffff88805b340c00 by task syz.1.532/11389
CPU: 0 UID: 0 PID: 11
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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2026-98776?
CVE-2026-98776 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 18, 2026.
How severe is CVE-2026-98776?
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-2026-98776?
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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