CVE-2026-89890 Linux kernel go7007 - Use After Free

Linux kernel media go7007 contains a use-after-free caused by premature release of v4l2_device reference in ALSA sound driver, letting attackers cause system instability or denial of service, exploit requires open capture PCM device.

CVSS base score 7.8 /10
High
CISA KEV
Not listed
Public exploit
None known
Authentication
Required
EPSS
0.16% chance of exploitation in 30 days
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Details

Type
Use After Free
Impact
Denial Of Service
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Published
16 September 2026
Updated
15 October 2026

Vendor fix

Update to the latest Linux kernel version containing the fix.

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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