CVE-2026-98817

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ASoC SDCA Runtime PM Error Handling Flaw in Linux Kernel

Publication date: 2026-10-18

Last updated on: 2026-10-19

Assigner: kernel.org

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ASoC: SDCA: Add better pm_runtime error handling in func probe Add a common error path in probe that balances the runtime PM reference.

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Published

2026-10-18

Last Modified

2026-10-19

Generated

2026-10-19

AI Q&A

2026-10-18

EPSS Evaluated

N/A

NVD

CVE-2026-98817

EUVD

EUVD-2026-103902

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
Linux	Linux	3af1815a2f9caebfc666af3912e24d030a5368d5
Linux	Linux	3af1815a2f9caebfc666af3912e24d030a5368d5
Linux	Linux	6.19

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel involves insufficient error handling in the probe function of the ASoC SDCA subsystem. Specifically, it lacks proper balancing of runtime PM references during error paths, which could lead to resource leaks or improper power management.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to the Linux kernel's ASoC SDCA subsystem and involves runtime PM error handling in the probe function. Detection requires checking kernel logs for probe failures or runtime PM errors related to ASoC SDCA devices.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability may cause system instability or crashes due to improper power management in audio subsystems. It could lead to unexpected behavior or reduced performance in systems using affected Linux kernel versions.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Linux kernel updates to ensure the ASoC SDCA runtime PM error handling fix is included. Monitor kernel logs for ASoC SDCA probe errors as a sign of potential issues.

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