CVE-2026-43499: rtmutex: Use waiter::task instead of current in remove_waiter()

Published May 21, 2026
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: rtmutex: Use waiter::task instead of current in remove_waiter() remove_waiter() is used by the slowlock paths, but it is also used for proxy-lock rollback in rt_mutex_start_proxy_lock() when invoked from futex_requeue(). In the latter case waiter::task is not current, but remove_waiter() operates on current for the dequeue operation. That results in several problems: 1) the rbtree dequeue happens without waiter::task::pi_lock being held 2) the waiter task's pi_blocked_on state is not cleared, which leaves a dangling pointer primed for UAF around. 3) rt_mutex_adjust_prio_chain() operates on the wrong top priority waiter task Use waiter::task instead of current in all related operations in remove_waiter() to cure those problems. [ tglx: Fixup rt_mutex_adjust_prio_chain(), add a comment and amend the changelog ]

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

May 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:17 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-43499?

CVE-2026-43499 has a risk score of 52, indicating a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-43499?

To mitigate CVE-2026-43499, update the Linux kernel to the latest patched version provided by your distribution.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-43499?

CVE-2026-43499 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel.

4

What does CVE-2026-43499 impact?

CVE-2026-43499 impacts the functionality of rtmutex by altering the mechanism used in remove_waiter(), potentially affecting proxy-lock rollback operations.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-43499?

No specific workaround is recommended for CVE-2026-43499; applying updates is the best course of action.

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