Linux Kernel Vulnerability Affecting PS883X USB Type-C Devices

CVE-2026-53305

What is CVE-2026-53305?

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel is due to a NULL pointer dereference when unbinding PS883X devices, leading to a system error. The issue arises during the interaction with the i2c client data, which is not properly set during the probe phase. The vulnerability can cause significant disruptions when managing USB Type-C connections, particularly affecting kernel stability.

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