CVE-2026-45531

In read_boot_region of fsck.c, there is a possible out of bounds read due to a heap buffer overflow. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

  • Published Sep 8, 2026
  • CVSS 7.8 high
  • 0.1% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS)

Affected software

CVE-2026-45531 at the National Vulnerability Database