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CVE-2026-98412 Linux CVE debrief

A NULL-pointer dereference vulnerability was found in the Linux kernel's power sequencing code. The issue occurs in the `pwrseq_unit_new()` function when memory allocation fails in `pwrseq_unit_setup_deps()`. This vulnerability can cause a system crash or potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code. Linux kernel maintainers and users should assess exposure and prioritize patching. The CVE Program record and NVD vulnerability detail provide official information about the vulnerability.

Vendor
Linux
Product
Unknown
CVSS
Unknown
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-10-14
Original CVE updated
2026-10-14
Advisory published
2026-10-14
Advisory updated
2026-10-14

Who should care

Linux kernel maintainers and users should assess exposure and prioritize patching. The vulnerability can cause a system crash or potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code. Linux kernel users should verify Linux kernel versions and assess exposure. Linux kernel maintainers should review and apply patches. Security teams should monitor Linux kernel updates and security advisories.

Why it matters

A NULL-pointer dereference vulnerability was found in the Linux kernel's power sequencing code. Linux kernel maintainers and users should assess exposure and prioritize patching.

  • Verify Linux kernel versions and assess exposure
  • Prioritize patching for affected Linux kernel versions
  • Monitor Linux kernel updates and security advisories

Technical summary

The Linux kernel's power sequencing code is affected by a NULL-pointer dereference vulnerability. The issue occurs in the `pwrseq_unit_new()` function when memory allocation fails in `pwrseq_unit_setup_deps()`. This vulnerability can cause a system crash or potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code. The CVE Program record and NVD vulnerability detail provide official information about the vulnerability. Linux kernel maintainers and users should assess exposure and prioritize patching. The vulnerability is caused by a NULL-pointer dereference in the `pwrseq_unit_new()` function.

Defensive priority

Linux kernel maintainers and users should assess exposure and prioritize patching.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Assess exposure and prioritize patching for Linux kernel users
  • Review and apply patches from Linux kernel maintainers
  • Monitor Linux kernel updates and security advisories
  • Verify Linux kernel versions and assess exposure
  • Prioritize patching for affected Linux kernel versions
  • Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
  • Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented

Evidence notes

The CVE Program record and NVD vulnerability detail provide official information about the vulnerability. The Linux kernel's power sequencing code is affected by a NULL-pointer dereference vulnerability.

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-98412 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-98412

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-98412 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-98412

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

  • power: sequencing: fix NULL-pointer dereference in pwrseq_unit_new()

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/main/cves/2026/98xxx/CVE-2026-98412.json

    cve_program_cvelist_v5

  • Source reference

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/29e03670cc384561a2037c69b0a1cc5232d3c6c3

    Supplemental source

  • Source reference

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/859880b07a75c7a29d141abfacbd750d25a8e920

    Supplemental source

  • Source reference

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6e571aea60de7f4c62b77510495d1bcc7df406a1

    Supplemental source

  • Source reference

    Unverified legacy reference

    URL: https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/115b303e8e093d964089ec6f3c40d984d77b33d0

    Supplemental source

Methodology and review provenance

AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.