CVE-2026-31724

kernel: usb: gadget: f_eem: Fix net_device lifecycle with device_move

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Severity

Unknown

Red Hat Product Security

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CVSS

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Published · May 1, 2026

Updated · May 2, 2026

Description

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's USB gadget Ethernet Emulation Model (EEM) function. This issue occurs when a USB gadget function disconnects, causing the related network device to not be properly removed. As a result, invalid links remain in the system's file system, known as dangling symbolic links. This can lead to issues with system stability and resource management.

Mitigation

No mitigation is specified in collected source.

CVSS / CWE

CWE-459 · Incomplete Cleanup