CVE-2026-43326
kernel: sched_ext: Fix SCX_KICK_WAIT deadlock by deferring wait to balance callback
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Severity
UnknownRed Hat Product Security
CVSS
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Published · May 8, 2026
Updated · June 28, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel, specifically within the sched_ext component. This vulnerability can lead to a system-wide deadlock, causing a Denial of Service (DoS) where the system becomes unresponsive. The issue arises when the kernel's scheduling mechanism enters a busy-wait state in a critical section, preventing processors from performing other tasks. If multiple processors become stuck in this waiting loop, the entire system can freeze.
Mitigation
No mitigation is specified in collected source.
CVSS / CWE
CWE-833 · Deadlock