Vulnerability in Linux

CVE-2026-89959

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: s390/vfio-ap: Fix control domain removal in vfio_ap_mdev_cfg_remove The vfio_ap_config_remove function uses the bitmap_andnot function to clear bits from the matrix_mdev->matrix.adm bitmap (specifies the control domains assigned to the mdev). This prevents the explicitly unplugged control domains from being removed the KVM guest. The bitmap_and function is used instead.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 8.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-89959?
CVE-2026-89959 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux. CVSS score: 8.8/10. Published 2026-09-16.
How severe is CVE-2026-89959?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.8 out of 10.