CVE-2026-31628
kernel: x86/CPU: Fix FPDSS on Zen1
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · April 24, 2026
Updated · June 28, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel. On systems utilizing Zen1 processors, the hardware divider can, under specific conditions, retain partial results from prior operations. A local attacker can exploit this vulnerability to access these residual results, leading to information disclosure.
Statement
Zen1 floating-point divider state can leak prior results across contexts; microcode/kernel coordination clears FPDSS appropriately. Red Hat follows AMD guidance: keep firmware and kernels current on Zen1 systems.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
No mitigation is specified in collected source.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 5.5CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
CWE-212 · Improper Removal of Sensitive Information Before Storage or Transfer