CVE-2026-68244
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Memory Leak in Linux Kernel DRM i915 GEM

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: drm/i915/gem: Do not leak siblings[] on proto context error After a successful BALANCE/PARALLEL_SUBMIT extension on context creation, error during processing of next user extension leaks the siblings[] array. Fix that. Discovered using AI-assisted static analysis confirmed by Intel Product Security. (cherry picked from commit aa65e0a4b51b3b54b53e4142aaa2d997aa1061ff)

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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-2026-68244
EUVD
EUVD-2026-55345

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intel linux_kernel *

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel involves a memory leak in the Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) driver for Intel graphics (i915). When a context creation process involves a BALANCE or PARALLEL_SUBMIT extension, an error during the processing of a subsequent user extension can cause the siblings[] array to leak, potentially leading to memory resource exhaustion.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could lead to memory leaks, causing system instability or crashes due to resource exhaustion. It primarily affects systems using Intel graphics with the Linux kernel, potentially impacting performance and reliability.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Linux kernel to the patched version that includes the fix for CVE-2026-68244. Monitor kernel updates from your distribution vendor and apply them promptly.

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