CVE-2026-50292
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2026-50292 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In libinput before 1.30.4 and 1.31.x before 1.31.3, libinput-device-group unescaped phys output can inject udev properties leading to arbitrary root code execution. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In libinput before 1.30.4 and 1.31.x before 1.31.3, libinput-device-group unescaped phys output can inject udev properties leading to arbitrary root code execution
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freedesktop | Libinput | < 1.30.4 |
| Freedesktop | Libinput | >= 1.31.0, < 1.31.3 |
References
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/06/04/5Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-50292?
In libinput before 1.30.4 and 1.31.x before 1.31.3, libinput-device-group unescaped phys output can inject udev properties leading to arbitrary root code execution
How severe is CVE-2026-50292?
CVE-2026-50292 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-50292?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-50292?
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