CVE-2026-53031
Published: June 24, 2026· Updated: Jun 28, 2026
Official Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
bpf: Validate node_id in arena_alloc_pages()
arena_alloc_pages() accepts a plain int node_id and forwards it through
the entire allocation chain without any bounds checking.
Validate node_id before passing it down the allocation chain in
arena_alloc_pages().
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-53031 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
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 7.8.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-53031 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts