CVE-2026-45921

kernel: mtd: parsers: Fix memory leak in mtd_parser_tplink_safeloader_parse()

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Severity

Unknown

Red Hat Product Security

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CVSS

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Published · May 27, 2026

Updated · June 28, 2026

Description

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's mtd: parsers component. A memory leak occurs in the mtd_parser_tplink_safeloader_parse() function. This happens when a buffer is allocated but not freed if a subsequent allocation for a part name fails, leading to unreleased memory. This could potentially lead to resource exhaustion over time, impacting system stability and availability.

Mitigation

No mitigation is specified in collected source.

CVSS / CWE

CWE-772 · Missing Release of Resource after Effective Lifetime