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The Linux waitid() implementation translates a FreeBSD siginfo_t struct into a stack-declared Linux siginfo_t. (CVE-2026-49424)

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Medium
Published: 08/19/2026 (08/19/2026, 09:31:22 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database

Description

CVE-2026-49424 is a vulnerability in the Linux waitid() implementation where a FreeBSD siginfo_t struct is translated into a stack-declared Linux siginfo_t without zeroing the stack memory first. This results in an unprivileged user potentially observing 104 bytes of uninitialized kernel stack data, which may contain sensitive information.

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AILast updated: 08/19/2026, 13:59:09 UTC

Technical Analysis

The Linux waitid() system call implementation translates a FreeBSD siginfo_t struct into a Linux siginfo_t struct allocated on the stack. However, the stack memory for the Linux siginfo_t is not zero-initialized before use. This can lead to leakage of uninitialized kernel stack data to unprivileged users, exposing potentially sensitive information. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-908 (Use of Uninitialized Resource). No patch or remediation details are provided in the available data.

Potential Impact

An unprivileged user can access 104 bytes of uninitialized kernel stack memory through the waitid() system call. This exposure may lead to information disclosure of sensitive kernel data, which could aid attackers in further exploitation or privilege escalation attempts. There is no indication of active exploitation in the wild.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to the waitid() system call or monitoring for unusual usage patterns if feasible.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
GHSA-vv7x-5v76-w79j
Osv Schema Version
1.4.0
Aliases
["CVE-2026-49424"]
Ecosystems
[]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a85b4a4acd9273b492507ad

Added to database: 08/19/2026, 13:50:28 UTC

Last enriched: 08/19/2026, 13:59:09 UTC

Last updated: 08/19/2026, 13:59:09 UTC

Views: 2

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