CVE-2026-43051
Published: May 1, 2026· Updated: May 7, 2026
Official Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
HID: wacom: fix out-of-bounds read in wacom_intuos_bt_irq
The wacom_intuos_bt_irq() function processes Bluetooth HID reports
without sufficient bounds checking. A maliciously crafted short report
can trigger an out-of-bounds read when copying data into the wacom
structure.
Specifically, report 0x03 requires at least 22 bytes to safely read
the processed data and battery status, while report 0x04 (which
falls through to 0x03) requires 32 bytes.
Add explicit length checks for these report IDs and log a warning if
a short report is received.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-43051 requires adjacent network access, limiting remote exploitation but still posing risk in shared or local network environments.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.1.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-43051 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts