CVE-2026-45982 Details
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ACPICA: Fix NULL pointer dereference in acpi_ev_address_space_dispatch() Cover a missed execution path with a new check.
A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's ACPICA component, specifically within the 'acpi_ev_address_space_dispatch' function. This issue arises from a missed execution path that could lead to a crash by dereferencing a NULL pointer. The vulnerability affects several versions of the Linux kernel.
Users can upgrade to the latest version of the Linux kernel where this vulnerability has been patched. Instructions for upgrading the kernel can be found in the official Linux kernel documentation.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/56024dbe8c76cff22f53ba81a95d9efd4d0c9c44 | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7d99cbe717c1b15a66559215df32312d8cf7e525 | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b24595b86920911d2b04f862422b896a0620e9ad | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/cce354524da4d10fd2c7eb835e2e4e8ab8c0ce97 | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f2cf475d23b8486dfa414f7ac09f918ffd3c32a5 | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f851e03bce968ff9b3faad1b616062e1244fd38d | kernel.org | Patch |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-476 | NULL Pointer Dereference | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| linux linux kernel | >= 5.17, < 6.1.165 >= 6.2, < 6.6.128 >= 6.7, < 6.12.75 >= 6.13, < 6.18.14 >= 6.19, < 6.19.4 |
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| Jun 16, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 27, 2026 | New CVE Received | kernel.org |