Integer overflow in Linux

CVE-2026-31656

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/i915/gt: fix refcount underflow in intel_engine_park_heartbeat A use-after-free / refcount underflow is possible when the heartbeat worker and intel_engine_park_hear…

EPSS: 0.000 (3.5th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-31656?
CVE-2026-31656 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux, classified under Integer Underflow. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2026-04-24.
How severe is CVE-2026-31656?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.