CVE-2026-89614 Linux Kernel - Out of Bounds Read

Linux kernel ntfs contains an out-of-bounds read caused by improper bounding of the free-cluster bitmap scan in ntfs_cluster_alloc, letting attackers trigger kernel memory corruption, exploit requires crafted NTFS volume with oversized $Bitmap.

CVSS base score 9.8 /10
Critical
CISA KEV
Not listed
Public exploit
None known
Authentication
Not required
EPSS
0.55% chance of exploitation in 30 days
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Details

Type
Out of Bounds Read
Impact
Denial Of Service, Privilege Escalation
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Published
11 September 2026
Updated
15 October 2026

Vendor fix

Update to the latest Linux kernel version containing the fix that bounds the free-cluster bitmap scan.

Patching closes this CVE. It does not tell you which of your systems run the affected version, or what else is exposed alongside them.

References

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