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CVE-2026-64133 Linux CVE debrief
A potential OOB array access vulnerability was found in the Linux kernel's ALSA asihpi component. The vulnerability is caused by the find_control() function accessing the array with the given index blindly, which may lead to an OOB array access. A sanity check has been added to prevent this. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. Users of the Linux kernel, particularly those using the ALSA asihpi component, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it.
- Vendor
- Linux
- Product
- Unknown
- CVSS
- HIGH 7.8
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-07-19
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-08-13
- Advisory published
- 2026-07-19
- Advisory updated
- 2026-08-13
Who should care
Users of the Linux kernel, particularly those using the ALSA asihpi component, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it. This includes applying patches, using supported and up-to-date Linux kernel versions, and monitoring system logs for potential exploitation attempts.
Technical summary
The vulnerability is caused by the find_control() function in the Linux kernel's ALSA asihpi component. The function accesses an array with a given index without proper validation, which can lead to an out-of-bounds (OOB) array access. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. Users should apply patches or use supported and up-to-date Linux kernel versions.
Defensive priority
Medium
Recommended defensive actions
- Apply the patch to fix the vulnerability
- Use a supported and up-to-date Linux kernel version
- Monitor system logs for potential exploitation attempts
- Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
- Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
- Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented
- Confirm whether affected product deployments exist in managed environments and assign an owner for follow-up
Evidence notes
The CVE record was published on 2026-07-19T16:17:55.103Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently Received. The Linux kernel's ALSA asihpi component has a potential OOB array access vulnerability due to the find_control() function accessing an array with a given index without proper validation. Users should verify their systems and apply patches or mitigations as needed. Evidence is limited to CVE and NVD details.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-64133 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-64133
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-64133 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-64133
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/34d0d492a2812b9289af14bca3573a89275965b2
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/61c5017c64e2ac9e10b70b14b17a079dbc0a805f
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7b6f8c8eb93f02a74b1de8e521c0952af10d1f43
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7b7d6572145c1dab2dd9bfb550b188e5f0ff3c3f
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7d107239935793995bdc6cf29bb99e180bde4c28
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8778386e4387b28f2bf8425d7ffc667c6294457f
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e060e21fe9cca1e5eafd8a1c597026577771e8d9
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
Methodology and review provenance
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