CVE-2026-68218
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Memory Leak in Linux Kernel dm1105 Driver

Publication date: 2026-08-10

Last updated on: 2026-08-10

Assigner: kernel.org

Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: media: pci: dm1105: Free allocated workqueue Destroy allocated workqueue in remove() callback to free its resources, thus fixing memory leak.

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Published
2026-08-10
Last Modified
2026-08-10
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2026-08-10
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2026-08-10
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-68218
EUVD
EUVD-2026-55319

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a memory leak in the Linux kernel's media subsystem, specifically in the dm1105 PCI driver. The issue occurs because the workqueue allocated in the driver's remove() callback is not properly freed, leading to resource leaks.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability is specific to the Linux kernel's media subsystem (dm1105 driver) and involves a memory leak due to an un-freed workqueue. Detection requires checking kernel logs for related errors or monitoring memory usage for unexpected growth in kernel processes.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability may cause system resource exhaustion over time due to memory leaks. It could lead to performance degradation, crashes, or instability in systems using the affected dm1105 driver.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest kernel update from your Linux distribution to patch the dm1105 driver memory leak. Reboot the system after applying the update to ensure the patched kernel is active.

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