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CVE-2026-68251

kernel: drm/amdgpu/sdma6.0: replace BUG_ON() with WARN_ON()

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Severity

Low

Red Hat Product Security

5.5

CVSS 3.1

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Published · August 10, 2026

Updated · October 30, 2026

Description

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's drm/amdgpu/sdma6.0 component. This vulnerability could lead to a kernel crash, resulting in a Denial of Service (DoS). The issue stems from the use of the BUG_ON() macro, which, when triggered, causes the system to halt unexpectedly.

Statement

This vulnerability is rated as having a Low impact because exploitation is constrained to local users and depends on the presence of specific AMD graphics hardware. Typical Red Hat Enterprise Linux server installations operate in headless environments where AMD display drivers are not engaged, substantially limiting exposure. When triggered, the issue solely causes an unexpected kernel panic that interrupts availability, without enabling privilege escalation or information disclosure.

CVSS score applicability

The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.

Mitigation

No mitigation is specified in collected source.

CVSS / CWE

CVSS 3.1 · 5.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

CWE-617 · Reachable Assertion