CVE-2026-45877: HID: intel-ish-hid: fix NULL-ptr-deref in ishtp_bus_remove_all_clients

Published May 27, 2026
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: HID: intel-ish-hid: fix NULL-ptr-deref in ishtp_bus_remove_all_clients During a warm reset flow, the cl->device pointer may be NULL if the reset occurs while clients are still being enumerated. Accessing cl->device->reference_count without a NULL check leads to a kernel panic. This issue was identified during multi-unit warm reboot stress clycles. Add a defensive NULL check for cl->device to ensure stability under such intensive testing conditions. KASAN: null-ptr-deref in range [0000000000000000-0000000000000007] Workqueue: ish_fw_update_wq fw_reset_work_fn Call Trace: ishtp_bus_remove_all_clients+0xbe/0x130 [intel_ishtp] ishtp_reset_handler+0x85/0x1a0 [intel_ishtp] fw_reset_work_fn+0x8a/0xc0 [intel_ish_ipc]

Affected Software

1 affected component
Intel intel_ishtp (intel-ish-hid)

Event History

May 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:16 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:17 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-45877?

The severity of CVE-2026-45877 is rated as 27.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-45877?

To fix CVE-2026-45877, update the Linux kernel to the latest version that addresses this NULL pointer dereference issue.

3

What component is affected by CVE-2026-45877?

CVE-2026-45877 affects the Intel intel_ishtp (intel-ish-hid) component within the Linux kernel.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-45877?

CVE-2026-45877 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability that can occur during the warm reset flow.

5

When was CVE-2026-45877 published?

CVE-2026-45877 was published on May 27, 2026.

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