SB2026011439 - Out-of-bounds read in Linux kernel hw bnxt_re driver



SB2026011439 - Out-of-bounds read in Linux kernel hw bnxt_re driver

Published: January 14, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026011439
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Out-of-bounds read (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-71092)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to an out-of-bounds read error within the drivers/infiniband/hw/bnxt_re/hw_counters.h. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.