CVE-2026-50292
CWE-93Published: June 4, 2026· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
In libinput before 1.30.4 and 1.31.x before 1.31.3, libinput-device-group unescaped phys output can inject udev properties leading to arbitrary root code execution
Risk Analysis
This critical vulnerability in libinput allows an attacker to inject udev properties, potentially leading to arbitrary root code execution. The flaw stems from libinput-device-group unescaping phys output. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this vulnerability poses a severe risk to system integrity.
No public exploit is known for this vulnerability. It is remotely exploitable with no user interaction, making it a high-impact target if an exploit is developed.
Users should update libinput to version 1.30.4 or later, or to 1.31.3 or later for the 1.31.x branch. Regular system updates are essential to mitigate such critical flaws.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-50292 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
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), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-50292 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts