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Vulnerability Database/CVE-2026-23429

CVE-2026-23429: Linux Kernel Use-After-Free Vulnerability

CVE-2026-23429 is a use-after-free flaw in the Linux kernel's IOMMU/SVA subsystem that can cause system crashes when accessing freed memory. This article covers the technical details, affected versions, and mitigation.

Published: April 10, 2026

CVE-2026-23429 Overview

A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's IOMMU Shared Virtual Addressing (SVA) subsystem, specifically in the iommu_sva_unbind_device() function. The vulnerability occurs when the domain->mm->iommu_mm structure is accessed after it has been freed by a call to iommu_domain_free(). This improper memory access can lead to kernel crashes and system instability.

Critical Impact

Local attackers or processes with sufficient privileges to interact with IOMMU device binding could trigger a kernel crash by exploiting this use-after-free condition, leading to system denial of service or potential further exploitation.

Affected Products

  • Linux kernel versions with IOMMU SVA support (prior to patch commits)
  • Systems utilizing IOMMU Shared Virtual Addressing functionality
  • Platforms with devices leveraging SVA device binding operations

Discovery Timeline

  • 2026-04-03 - CVE-2026-23429 published to NVD
  • 2026-04-07 - Last updated in NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2026-23429

Vulnerability Analysis

This vulnerability is classified as a use-after-free condition within the Linux kernel's IOMMU subsystem. The root issue lies in the ordering of memory operations during the SVA device unbinding process. When iommu_domain_free() is called, it triggers a chain of function calls that ultimately frees the memory management structure:

The call chain proceeds as follows: iommu_domain_free() invokes mmdrop(), which calls __mmdrop(), finally reaching mm_pasid_drop() where the iommu_mm structure is deallocated. After iommu_domain_free() returns, any subsequent access to domain->mm->iommu_mm dereferences a freed memory structure.

The vulnerability is exploitable locally by any process or subsystem that can trigger the unbind operation sequence. Successful exploitation results in accessing freed kernel memory, which typically manifests as a kernel crash but could potentially be leveraged for more severe attacks depending on the system state and memory layout.

Root Cause

The root cause of this vulnerability is improper ordering of memory operations in the iommu_sva_unbind_device() function. The code that accesses domain->mm->iommu_mm was positioned after the call to iommu_domain_free(), creating a window where the accessed memory has already been deallocated. This represents a classic use-after-free pattern where the lifetime of a memory reference is not properly tracked relative to the operations that depend on it.

Attack Vector

The attack vector involves triggering the SVA unbind operation in a manner that causes the freed memory to be accessed. An attacker with local access to a system running a vulnerable kernel version could potentially:

  1. Initiate an SVA device binding operation
  2. Trigger the unbind process through normal device operations or forced teardown
  3. Exploit the race condition window where freed memory is dereferenced

The exploitation path primarily leads to denial of service through kernel panic, though the use-after-free primitive could theoretically be chained with other vulnerabilities or heap manipulation techniques for more sophisticated attacks.

Detection Methods for CVE-2026-23429

Indicators of Compromise

  • Kernel panic or oops messages referencing iommu_sva_unbind_device() or related IOMMU functions
  • System crashes occurring during device unbinding operations involving SVA-enabled devices
  • Stack traces showing memory access violations in the IOMMU SVA subsystem
  • Unexpected kernel crashes on systems with IOMMU SVA workloads

Detection Strategies

  • Monitor kernel logs for panic messages containing iommu_sva_unbind_device, iommu_domain_free, or mm_pasid_drop function names
  • Implement kernel address sanitizer (KASAN) to detect use-after-free conditions in test environments
  • Review crash dump analysis for evidence of freed memory access in IOMMU subsystem code paths
  • Deploy SentinelOne Singularity platform for real-time kernel-level anomaly detection

Monitoring Recommendations

  • Enable kernel crash dump collection to capture forensic data from exploitation attempts
  • Configure system monitoring for unexpected reboots or kernel panic events
  • Implement log aggregation for kernel messages across fleet to identify patterns
  • Utilize SentinelOne's behavioral AI to detect anomalous kernel subsystem interactions

How to Mitigate CVE-2026-23429

Immediate Actions Required

  • Update the Linux kernel to a patched version containing the fix commits
  • If immediate patching is not possible, consider disabling SVA functionality on affected systems
  • Review systems with IOMMU SVA workloads for signs of exploitation or crashes
  • Implement access controls to limit processes that can interact with IOMMU device binding

Patch Information

The Linux kernel maintainers have released patches that address this vulnerability by reordering the code to access domain->mm->iommu_mm before calling iommu_domain_free(). This ensures the memory structure remains valid during all accesses. The fix is available in the following kernel commits:

  • Kernel.org Patch Commit - 06e14c36e20b48171df13d51b89fe67c594ed07a
  • Kernel.org Patch Commit - 58abeb7b9562f25bdfa2f5ae5ce803eb02e74433
  • Kernel.org Patch Commit - f5daaa2c959d9f894fb5b1ab76da8612dd220a0d

Organizations should apply these patches through their standard kernel update processes or by building custom kernels with the fixes backported.

Workarounds

  • Disable IOMMU SVA functionality if not required for critical workloads by adjusting kernel boot parameters
  • Limit user access to systems that require SVA functionality to reduce attack surface
  • Implement kernel live patching solutions to apply fixes without system reboot where supported
  • Deploy additional monitoring for systems that cannot be immediately patched
bash
# Check current kernel version for patch status
uname -r

# Verify IOMMU configuration status
dmesg | grep -i iommu

# Optional: Disable SVA if not needed (boot parameter)
# Add to kernel command line: iommu.passthrough=1

Disclaimer: This content was generated using AI. While we strive for accuracy, please verify critical information with official sources.

  • Vulnerability Details
  • TypeUse After Free

  • Vendor/TechLinux Kernel

  • SeverityNONE

  • CVSS ScoreN/A

  • EPSS Probability0.02%

  • Known ExploitedNo
  • Impact Assessment
  • ConfidentialityNone
  • IntegrityNone
  • AvailabilityNone
  • Technical References
  • Kernel.org Patch Commit

  • Kernel.org Patch Commit

  • Kernel.org Patch Commit
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