CVE-2026-43499

HIGH

rtmutex: Use waiter::task instead of current in remove_waiter()

Title source: cna
STIX 2.1

Exploitation Summary

EIP tracks 45 public exploits for CVE-2026-43499. PoCs published by Unclecheng-li, x-spy, BuSung-dev.

AI-analyzed exploit summary This repository contains a functional proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2026-43499 (GhostLock), a 15-year-old stack use-after-free (UAF) vulnerability in the Linux kernel's rtmutex remove_waiter() function. The PoC demonstrates the vulnerability by triggering a dangling pi_blocked_on pointer via FUTEX_CMP_REQUEUE_PI, leading to a controllable kernel stack UAF that can be used for local privilege escalation (LPE) or container escape.

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: rtmutex: Use waiter::task instead of current in remove_waiter() remove_waiter() is used by the slowlock paths, but it is also used for proxy-lock rollback in rt_mutex_start_proxy_lock() when invoked from futex_requeue(). In the latter case waiter::task is not current, but remove_waiter() operates on current for the dequeue operation. That results in several problems: 1) the rbtree dequeue happens without waiter::task::pi_lock being held 2) the waiter task's pi_blocked_on state is not cleared, which leaves a dangling pointer primed for UAF around. 3) rt_mutex_adjust_prio_chain() operates on the wrong top priority waiter task Use waiter::task instead of current in all related operations in remove_waiter() to cure those problems. [ tglx: Fixup rt_mutex_adjust_prio_chain(), add a comment and amend the changelog ]

Exploits (45)

github WORKING POC 731 stars
by Unclecheng-li · cpoc
https://github.com/Unclecheng-li/poc-lab/tree/main/CVE-2026-43499 GhostLock

This repository contains a functional proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2026-43499 (GhostLock), a 15-year-old stack use-after-free (UAF) vulnerability in the Linux kernel's rtmutex remove_waiter() function. The PoC demonstrates the vulnerability by triggering a dangling pi_blocked_on pointer via FUTEX_CMP_REQUEUE_PI, leading to a controllable kernel stack UAF that can be used for local privilege escalation (LPE) or container escape.

Classification
Working Poc 99%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Linux kernel (versions 2.6.39 to 6.18.27, with CONFIG_FUTEX_PI=y)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Linux kernel with CONFIG_FUTEX_PI enabled · No special capabilities required (zero capability) · Single-core system sufficient for exploitation
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 11, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC 6 stars
by x-spy · cpoc
https://github.com/x-spy/CVE-2026-43499-popsicle

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a Linux kernel vulnerability in the `pselect` syscall mechanism. The exploit leverages a race condition in kernel memory manipulation to achieve arbitrary write primitives and escalate privileges to root via a custom su daemon.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (arm64, 4K pages, specific offsets likely version-dependent)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access (UID 2000 or root) · Target kernel with vulnerable `pselect` implementation and specific memory layout · Ability to execute compiled binaries on the target
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 12, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC 4 stars
by BuSung-dev · poc
https://github.com/BuSung-dev/Root-My-Galaxy

This repository contains a functional Android privilege escalation exploit targeting Samsung Galaxy devices to achieve root access via KernelSU. The exploit uses timing-based side-channel attacks (prefetch and syscall measurements) to bypass KASLR and probes kernel interfaces for privilege escalation vectors.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Samsung Galaxy devices (Android kernel with KernelSU)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Android device with vulnerable kernel (likely Samsung Galaxy models) · ARM64 architecture (aarch64) · User-level execution context
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC 2 stars
by JoinChang · cpoc
https://github.com/JoinChang/ghostlock-oneplus

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a kernel vulnerability in OnePlus devices (specifically the ace6t model). The exploit leverages a race condition in the kernel's file operations (fops) and uses techniques like pipe corruption, CFI bypass, and SELinux manipulation to achieve root access.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: OnePlus kernel (ace6t model, likely OxygenOS based on Android 13/14)
Auth required
Prerequisites: OnePlus device with vulnerable kernel (ace6t model) · ADB access with RSA key authentication · Ability to execute binaries on the device · Knowledge of the target kernel's memory layout
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC 2 stars
by Linuxoid-cn · poc
https://github.com/Linuxoid-cn/Mi8E5-Unlocker-by-CVE-2026-43499

This repository provides an automated unlock toolkit for Xiaomi Mi 8e5 devices, leveraging CVE-2026-43499 to exploit a bootloader vulnerability. The tool integrates ADB/Fastboot components and preloads ABL files to facilitate device unlocking and data wiping via a Windows batch script.

Classification
Working Poc 90%
Attack Type
Auth Bypass
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Xiaomi Mi 8e5 bootloader (specific ABL versions)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Physical access to the device · USB debugging enabled · Windows environment · Stable USB connection · Device in Fastboot mode
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 13, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC 1 stars
by p2p3p · poc
https://github.com/p2p3p/GhostLock-for-OnePlus

This repository contains a functional exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a futex PI (Priority Inheritance) Use-After-Free (UAF) vulnerability in the Linux kernel, targeting OnePlus devices. The exploit achieves local privilege escalation (LPE) by corrupting kernel memory via a race condition in the futex subsystem and manipulating ADB authentication to execute commands as root.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific to OnePlus devices, likely Android 14+ based on offsets and ADB SHA-256 auth support)
Auth required
Prerequisites: ADB access with RSA key authentication pre-configured on the target device · Knowledge of kernel offsets for the target device (dynamic offset selection via `uname -r`) · Ability to run native code on the device (e.g., via ADB or local execution) · SELinux permissive mode or bypass capability
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC 1 stars
by sorrow404Null · cpoc
https://github.com/sorrow404Null/CVE-2026-43499-RMX5200

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a futex-related kernel vulnerability in the RMX5200 device. The exploit uses a race condition in `pselect` syscall handling to achieve arbitrary kernel memory writes, then installs a root shell via an embedded `su` binary and daemon.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (RMX5200 device, likely Realme/OPPO Android kernel)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target device · Kernel version vulnerable to CVE-2026-43499 (futex race condition) · Ability to load LD_PRELOAD modules or execute native binaries
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 17, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC 1 stars
by BuSung-dev · cpoc
https://github.com/BuSung-dev/CVE-2026-43499-S25U

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a Linux kernel vulnerability in the futex and pselect mechanisms. The exploit leverages race conditions and memory corruption to achieve arbitrary read/write primitives and install a root shell via a Unix domain socket.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific version not stated, but likely a recent Android/Linux kernel given the context)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local user access on the target system · Ability to execute binaries · Knowledge of kernel offsets (KASLR bypass required) · Target kernel must be vulnerable to the futex/pselect race condition
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 16, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB 1 stars
by qsvggff-spec · poc
https://github.com/qsvggff-spec/oppo-A5-PRO-5G-CVE-2026-43499

The repository contains only a LICENSE file with no actual exploit code, technical details, or vulnerability analysis. It appears to be a placeholder or incomplete submission with no functional content.

Classification
Stub 99%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
Trivial
Reliability
Theoretical
Target: unspecified (mentions OPPO A5 PRO 5G but no version or component)
No auth needed
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 14, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC 1 stars
by Yakayna · poc
https://github.com/Yakayna/SpringPeace

This repository provides a functional exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a local privilege escalation vulnerability in Android kernels (6.12.x) running on Snapdragon chipsets. The exploit builds multiple payload candidates from a boot.img file, leveraging physical load address ambiguity to achieve temporary root access via ADB.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Racy
Target: Android kernel 6.12.x (Xiaomi, OnePlus/OPPO devices with Snapdragon chipsets)
Auth required
Prerequisites: ADB access to the target device · Stock boot.img from the device firmware · Android NDK for payload compilation · Target device must be vulnerable (kernel 6.12.x, Snapdragon chipset)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 13, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC 1 stars
by MobiusM · cpoc
https://github.com/MobiusM/CVE-2026-43499

This repository contains a functional exploit PoC for CVE-2026-43499, a Linux kernel futex PI use-after-free vulnerability. The exploit demonstrates a deadlock cycle and UAF crash via crafted futex operations, targeting the rtmutex subsystem.

Classification
Working Poc 100%
Attack Type
Dos
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Linux Kernel (specific versions not specified, but observed on Linux 6.1)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Multi-threaded environment · PI-capable futexes · Specific kernel version with the vulnerability
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jun 27, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by gagaltotal · gopoc
https://github.com/gagaltotal/CVE-2026-43499-PoC-Scanner

This repository contains a functional proof-of-concept (PoC) for CVE-2026-43499, a Linux kernel Use-After-Free (UAF) vulnerability in the rt_mutex PI requeue mechanism (kernel/locking/rtmutex.c). The PoC triggers the vulnerability via futex syscalls, leading to a kernel panic (DoS), and includes a scanner to detect vulnerable kernel versions.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Dos
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Linux kernel (versions 5.15.x, 6.1.x < 6.1.75, 6.2.x-6.5.x)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Linux system with vulnerable kernel version · Root/sudo privileges · CONFIG_FUTEX and CONFIG_RT_MUTEXES enabled in kernel config
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 22, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by DistrictBlauw · poc
https://github.com/DistrictBlauw/Ace3-GhostLock-Preload

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a race condition in the Linux kernel's file operations (fops) handling via pselect and configfs manipulation. The exploit achieves root access by hijacking kernel function pointers and installing a su daemon.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (OnePlus Ace3 device, 5.15 branch)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target device · OnePlus Ace3 with vulnerable kernel (5.15) · Ability to load LD_PRELOAD libraries
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 22, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by geecjdj · cpoc
https://github.com/geecjdj/CVE-2026-43499

This repository contains a functional Linux kernel exploit for CVE-2026-43499, leveraging pipe buffer manipulation and slab cache shaping to achieve local privilege escalation (LPE). The exploit includes KernelSnitch-based memory leaks, physical read/write primitives, and post-exploitation payloads for root access and persistence.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (Android-specific, targeted at version tokay-CP2A.260605.012)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target system · Linux kernel with vulnerable pipe buffer implementation · Ability to create and manipulate pipe objects · Target-specific kernel offsets (handled via KernelSnitch)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 21, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB
by Petalrain224 · poc
https://github.com/Petalrain224/CVE-2026-43499-Redmi-Turbo5

The repository claims to provide a proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel's futex PI requeue path for local privilege escalation on Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5. However, it lacks actual exploit code and only includes a README with instructions and a LICENSE file.

Classification
Stub 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Racy
Target: Xiaomi Redmi Turbo 5 (Kernel Version: 6.6.89-android15-8-g8e4be6b47e40-ab14134548-4k, System Fingerprint: Xiaomi/missi/missi:16/BP2A.250605.031.A3/16OS3.1.260518.224809193.MTPECN.S:user/release-keys)
Auth required
Prerequisites: ADB access · USB debugging enabled · Exact kernel version and firmware as specified · KernelSU installed
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 21, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by mumaosong · javascriptpoc
https://github.com/mumaosong/CVE-2026-43499-cloudflare-gate

This repository provides a functional proof-of-concept for CVE-2026-43499, a signature authentication bypass vulnerability in a Cloudflare Pages-based service. The exploit leverages a custom RSA-PSS and AES-GCM cryptographic scheme to generate valid signatures for arbitrary challenges, enabling privilege escalation.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Auth Bypass
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Cloudflare Pages with custom MU667 gate authentication (likely a Xiaomi service)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Knowledge of the target's challenge format (mu667_[a-z0-9]{26}) · Access to the target's RSA private key (via env.RSA_PRIVATE_KEY_JSON) · Optional: GATE_ACCESS_TOKEN if configured on the target
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 19, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by d224407 · cpoc
https://github.com/d224407/CVE-2026-43499

This repository contains a functional Linux kernel exploit for CVE-2026-43499, leveraging a pipe buffer manipulation technique to achieve privilege escalation. The exploit includes memory layout shaping, slab cache manipulation, and physical memory read/write primitives to bypass KASLR and gain root access.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (Android-specific, target version tokay-CP2A.260605.012)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Linux kernel with vulnerable pipe buffer implementation · Ability to execute unprivileged user code on the target · Specific kernel version or configuration (tokay-CP2A.260605.012)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB
by Kananosa · poc
https://github.com/Kananosa/CVE-2026-43499-For-Xiaomi-17T-chagall

Repository contains only a README.md and LICENSE file with no actual exploit code or technical details about CVE-2026-43499. The README mentions a kernel privilege escalation vulnerability for Xiaomi 17T (chagall) but provides no proof-of-concept or analysis.

Classification
Stub 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Unknown
Reliability
Unknown
Target: Xiaomi 17T (chagall kernel)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Xiaomi 17T device with vulnerable kernel
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by PeronGH · poc
https://github.com/PeronGH/ghostlock-selinux-disabler

This repository contains a functional exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a futex PI (Priority Inheritance) Use-After-Free (UAF) vulnerability in the Linux kernel. The exploit disables SELinux enforcing by crafting fake PI waiter structures and manipulating the pselect syscall to achieve a controlled write primitive.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (versions with affected futex PI implementation, offsets defined in offsets.h)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Linux kernel with vulnerable futex PI implementation · SELinux enabled and enforcing · Ability to execute code as an unprivileged user · Knowledge of kernel offsets for the target system
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by Wtrwx · cpoc
https://github.com/Wtrwx/smt878u-ionstack-poc

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a kernel vulnerability in IonStack device drivers. The exploit leverages a use-after-free in the kernel's futex subsystem to achieve arbitrary kernel memory write, then installs a root shell via modprobe or direct su daemon deployment.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel with IonStack device drivers (likely Android-based systems)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target system · Knowledge of kernel offsets or ability to derive them · Target system running a vulnerable IonStack kernel module
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by fuukliam · poc
https://github.com/fuukliam/vivo-x-fold6-ghostlock

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting the vivo X Fold6 (MT6993) Android kernel. The exploit leverages a KASLR slide technique via pselect syscall stack manipulation and futex requeue operations to leak kernel memory and achieve root access.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: vivo X Fold6 (V2545A) with MT6993 (MediaTek Dimensity 9500), Kernel 6.12.58-android16-6-g0a092cc0037a-abogki521987229-4k, Android 16 (OriginOS 6)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target device · USB debugging enabled for exploit deployment · Knowledge of target kernel offsets and memory layout · Ability to run custom binaries (preload.so)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 18, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by 2932796375github · poc
https://github.com/2932796375github/CVE-2026-43499_OPPO-MT6835

This repository contains a functional Linux kernel exploit targeting a use-after-free vulnerability in the pipe buffer management subsystem (CVE-2026-43499) on OPPO MT6835 devices. The exploit leverages precise slab manipulation, KernelSnitch for memory leaks, and physmap spraying to achieve privilege escalation.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (OPPO MT6835, specifically tested on caiman-CP2A.260605.012.C1 and blazer-CP1A.260305.018 builds)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target device · Kernel version matching the exploit's offset/symbol configuration · Ability to create pipes and memfd objects
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 17, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by ayyy7128 · cpoc
https://github.com/ayyy7128/CVE-2026-43499-jinghu

This repository contains a functional Linux kernel exploit for CVE-2026-43499, leveraging a pipe buffer manipulation technique to achieve privilege escalation. The exploit includes precise memory corruption primitives, slab cache shaping, and physical read/write capabilities to bypass KASLR and achieve arbitrary kernel memory access.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific version targeting Jinghu CP2A.260605.012 firmware, likely Android-based)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access · Target kernel version matching exploit offsets · Ability to create pipes and socket pairs · CAP_SYS_ADMIN or equivalent capabilities for some operations
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 16, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by justsoman · poc
https://github.com/justsoman/CyberMeowfia-ace3

This repository contains a Linux kernel exploit targeting CVE-2026-43499, a use-after-free vulnerability in the pipe buffer management subsystem. The exploit leverages precise slab manipulation, KernelSnitch for memory collision detection, and physical read/write primitives to achieve local privilege escalation (LPE).

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific targets: ace3-CP2A.260605.012, tokay-CP2A.260605.012)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access on a vulnerable Linux kernel version · Ability to execute compiled binaries · Specific kernel version/build (e.g., ace3-CP2A.260605.012)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 17, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by DistrictBlauw · cpoc
https://github.com/DistrictBlauw/CyberMeowfia-ace3

This repository contains a Linux kernel exploit targeting CVE-2026-43499, a local privilege escalation vulnerability. The exploit leverages pipe buffer manipulation and slab cache shaping to achieve arbitrary physical memory read/write, enabling root access on affected systems.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific targets: ace3-CP2A.260605.012, tokay-CP2A.260605.012)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access on the target system · Affected Linux kernel version (ace3/tokay CP2A.260605.012) · Ability to compile and execute native code
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 16, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by SlightNeko · cpoc
https://github.com/SlightNeko/ghostlock-rothko

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a Linux kernel race condition in the `pselect` system call. The exploit uses heap spraying and fake waiter structures to achieve arbitrary kernel memory writes, then installs a root shell daemon via a Unix socket.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific version not stated, but likely a recent Android kernel given the context)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access on the target system · Linux kernel with vulnerable `pselect` implementation · Ability to execute arbitrary binaries (e.g., via ADB or local shell)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 16, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by ctnBobong32 · cpoc
https://github.com/ctnBobong32/CVE-2026-43499-so-build

This repository contains a functional Linux kernel exploit targeting CVE-2026-43499, leveraging pipe buffer manipulation and slab cache shaping to achieve privilege escalation. The exploit includes detailed memory corruption techniques, kernel object spraying, and a custom 'KernelSnitch' collision-finding mechanism for reliable exploitation.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (Android-specific, targeting versions with vulnerable pipe buffer handling, e.g., blazer-CP1A.260305.018, tokay-CP2A.260605.012)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Local code execution on the target device · Linux kernel with vulnerable pipe buffer implementation · Ability to create and manipulate pipe objects · Target-specific kernel offsets (included for some Android builds)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by ctnBobong32 · poc
https://github.com/ctnBobong32/auto_extract_offsets

This repository contains a Python script that automates the extraction of kernel symbol offsets and structure field offsets from Android boot.img files, specifically targeting the IonStack vulnerability (CVE-2026-43499) for exploit compatibility. The script handles kernel decompression, kallsyms recovery, and generates a target.h file for exploit development.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Android kernel (specifically tested on Qualcomm sm8850 6.12 kernel with Rust ashmem implementation)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Access to a vulnerable Android boot.img · Python 3 environment with vmlinux-to-elf or kallsyms-finder tools · Target device with specific kernel version (6.6 or 6.12)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB
by onesmiledx · poc
https://github.com/onesmiledx/CVE-2026-43499

The repository contains only a README file with vague claims about a modified Android rooting method for Samsung devices (specifically N970U1) via CVE-2026-43499, with no actual exploit code or technical details provided. The reference to a forked repo is also non-functional for analysis.

Classification
Stub 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Unknown
Reliability
Theoretical
Target: Samsung Android devices (e.g., N970U1, unspecified versions)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Physical access or equivalent privileges to the target Samsung device · Locked bootloader (implied by context)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB
by Cxyofficial · poc
https://github.com/Cxyofficial/x200-cve-2026-43499

The repository contains only a README.md file with a minimal title and no technical details, exploit code, or vulnerability analysis. It serves as a placeholder with no functional content.

Classification
Stub 95%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
Trivial
Reliability
Theoretical
Target: unspecified
No auth needed
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by Colorful-glassblock · poc
https://github.com/Colorful-glassblock/duchamp-root

This repository contains a functional Linux kernel exploit for CVE-2026-43499, leveraging pipe buffer manipulation and slab cache shaping to achieve privilege escalation. The exploit uses KernelSnitch for memory leaks and targets specific Android kernel versions (e.g., caiman-CP2A.260605.012) with precise pipe object management for arbitrary read/write primitives.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (Android-specific versions, e.g., caiman-CP2A.260605.012, blazer-CP1A.260305.018)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Local access to a vulnerable Android device · Target kernel version matching exploit's hardcoded offsets · Ability to execute compiled C code
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by HYCQAQ · cpoc
https://github.com/HYCQAQ/Logitech-G-Cloud-GhostLock-CVE-2026-43499

This repository contains a functional exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a race condition in the Linux kernel's futex subsystem (GhostLock) leading to a use-after-free and privilege escalation on Logitech G Cloud (SD720G) devices. The exploit leverages perf_event_open for KASLR bypass and pselect stack spraying to achieve arbitrary write primitives.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel 4.14.190 (Logitech G Cloud SD720G, SM7125 SoC)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: ARM64 device with vulnerable kernel (4.14.190) · perf_event_paranoid < 1 · Ability to execute native code (e.g., via browser exploit chain)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by Linuxoid-cn · cpoc
https://github.com/Linuxoid-cn/CVE-2026-43499-Poc-Analysis

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a kernel vulnerability in the Linux futex subsystem. The exploit uses a race condition in `pselect` syscall handling to achieve arbitrary kernel memory writes, then escalates privileges to root via a custom su daemon.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (arm64, 4K pages, affected versions not specified but implied to be recent as of 2026)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access on the target system · Affected Linux kernel version (arm64, 4K pages) · Ability to compile and run C code · Knowledge of kernel offsets (provided by detect_offset.py)
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 14, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by Bartixxx32 · poc
https://github.com/Bartixxx32/CVE-2026-43499-OnePlus15

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a race condition in the Linux kernel's futex subsystem on OnePlus 15 devices. The exploit uses a pselect-based timing side channel to achieve arbitrary kernel memory writes and escalate privileges to root via a custom su daemon.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (OnePlus 15 device-specific build, likely Android-based)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access on the target device · OnePlus 15 device with a vulnerable kernel version · Ability to execute compiled binaries on the device
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 14, 2026 Full analysis →
github TROJAN
by CakesTwix · kotlinpoc
https://github.com/CakesTwix/Android-CVE-2026-43499

This repository masquerades as an Android exploit PoC for CVE-2026-43499 but contains no actual vulnerability code. The included native libraries (libpoc32.so, libpoc64.so) are suspicious and likely malicious, as they are not accompanied by source code or any technical explanation of the exploit. The Android app structure is minimal and serves no apparent exploit purpose.

Classification
Trojan 98%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
Trivial
Reliability
Theoretical
Target: Unknown (claimed Android vulnerability, but no specifics provided)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Android device (unspecified version) · User interaction to install the APK
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 13, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by Thiasap · cpoc
https://github.com/Thiasap/oppo-pgem10-ghostlock

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, leveraging a race condition in the Linux kernel's futex and PI futex (Priority Inheritance) mechanisms combined with KASLR bypass via perf_event_open. The exploit demonstrates a complex attack chain involving thread synchronization, scheduler manipulation, and memory corruption to achieve root privileges.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (specific version not mentioned, but likely recent as of 2026)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local user access on the target system · Linux kernel with vulnerable futex/PI futex implementation · Ability to create threads and manipulate scheduler attributes · Perf event subsystem access for KASLR bypass
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 13, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by joehquak · shellpoc
https://github.com/joehquak/Mi8E5-Unlocker-by-CVE-2026-43499

This repository provides a functional exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a local privilege escalation vulnerability in Xiaomi/Redmi devices via LD_PRELOAD injection. The exploit gains root access, flashes a patched bootloader to unlock the bootloader, and performs a factory reset.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Xiaomi 17 series and Redmi K90 Pro Max devices (Android, ABL bootloader)
Auth required
Prerequisites: USB debugging enabled on the target device · Physical access to the device · ADB authorization granted by the user · Device in fastboot mode for final steps
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 13, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by qianmo-xw · poc
https://github.com/qianmo-xw/CVE-2026-43499-popsicle

This repository contains a functional local privilege escalation (LPE) exploit for CVE-2026-43499, targeting a race condition in the Linux kernel's futex and pipe operations. The exploit leverages a memory corruption technique to achieve arbitrary kernel memory writes and escalate privileges to root via a custom su daemon.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (arm64, 4K pages, specific versions with vulnerable futex/pipe implementation)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access (uid 2000 or root) · Vulnerable Linux kernel (arm64, 4K pages, specific offsets) · Ability to execute custom binaries on the target
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 15, 2026 Full analysis →
github WRITEUP
by dmcdtc · cpoc
https://github.com/dmcdtc/openvz-cve-patch-2026

This repository provides a backported patch for CVE-2026-43499 (GhostLock), a use-after-free vulnerability in the OpenVZ kernel's RT-mutex subsystem. The patch fixes a dangling pointer issue in `remove_waiter()` where `current` was incorrectly used instead of `waiter->task` during proxy lock operations, leading to potential kernel memory corruption.

Classification
Writeup 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: OpenVZ 7 kernel vzkernel-3.10.0-1160.129.1.ovz7.226.2
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Local access to a vulnerable OpenVZ 7 system · Ability to compile and install a custom kernel
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 12, 2026 Full analysis →
github SUSPICIOUS
by caspy123 · poc
https://github.com/caspy123/CVE-2026-43499

The repository claims to provide an exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a Linux kernel rtmutex vulnerability, but contains no actual exploit code or technical details. Instead, it links to an external download (tinyurl) without any substantive analysis or PoC.

Classification
Suspicious 98%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
Unknown
Reliability
Unknown
Target: Linux kernel (rtmutex component)
No auth needed
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 11, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by inforcqb · cpoc
https://github.com/inforcqb/CVE-2026-43499-pja110

This repository contains a Linux kernel exploit targeting CVE-2026-43499, leveraging pipe buffer manipulation and slab cache shaping to achieve privilege escalation. The exploit uses KernelSnitch for memory leaks and physrw primitives for arbitrary read/write.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (target-specific: caiman-CP2A.260605.012)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: Local access to the target system · Linux kernel version matching the target (caiman-CP2A.260605.012) · Ability to create pipes and memfd objects
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 10, 2026 Full analysis →
github WORKING POC
by pubglite55 · cpoc
https://github.com/pubglite55/oppo-ghostlock

This repository contains a Linux kernel exploit targeting CVE-2026-43499, leveraging pipe buffer manipulation and slab cache shaping for local privilege escalation (LPE). The exploit uses KernelSnitch for memory leaks and includes detailed memory corruption techniques to achieve arbitrary physical read/write primitives.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Lpe
Complexity
Complex
Reliability
Racy
Target: Linux kernel (Oppo Find N2, caiman-CP2A.260605.012 build)
Auth required
Prerequisites: Local shell access on vulnerable Oppo device · Kernel version matching exploit offsets · Ability to execute native code
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 10, 2026 Full analysis →
nomisec WORKING POC
by tc3650 · poc
https://github.com/tc3650/CVE-2026-43499-armv7

This repository provides a functional proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2026-43499, a Linux kernel futex PI use-after-free vulnerability affecting ARM v7 architectures. The exploit triggers a kernel panic via a crafted futex requeue operation, demonstrating the UAF condition in the futex priority inheritance mechanism.

Classification
Working Poc 98%
Attack Type
Dos
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: Linux kernel versions 2.6.39 to 6.18.x (ARM v7)
No auth needed
Prerequisites: ARM v7 device with vulnerable Linux kernel (2.6.39 ≤ version ≤ 6.18.x) · ADB access to push and execute the exploit · CONFIG_FUTEX_PI enabled in kernel configuration
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 09, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB
by 0xBlackash · poc
https://github.com/0xBlackash/CVE-2026-43499

The repository contains only a README file with the CVE identifier and no technical details, exploit code, or vulnerability analysis. It serves as a placeholder with minimal content.

Classification
Stub 95%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
N/a
Reliability
N/a
Target: unspecified
No auth needed
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 09, 2026 Full analysis →
github STUB
by HORKimhab · poc
https://github.com/HORKimhab/CVE-2026-43499

This repository claims to be a PoC for CVE-2026-43499 but contains no actual exploit code, technical details, or vulnerability analysis. It only includes a README with generic setup instructions, a screenshot, a license, and a .gitignore file.

Classification
Stub 95%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
Trivial
Reliability
Theoretical
Target: unspecified
No auth needed
mistral-large-3 · analyzed Jul 08, 2026 Full analysis →

Scores

CVSS v3 7.8
EPSS 0.0013
EPSS Percentile 2.6%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Details

CWE
CWE-416
Status published
Products (21)
linux/Kernel 2.6.39 - 6.1.175linux
linux/Kernel 6.13.0 - 6.18.27linux
linux/Kernel 6.19.0 - 7.0.4linux
linux/Kernel 6.2.0 - 6.6.140linux
linux/Kernel 6.7.0 - 6.12.86linux
Linux/Linux < 2.6.39
Linux/Linux 2.6.39
Linux/Linux 6.1.175 - 6.1.*
Linux/Linux 6.12.86 - 6.12.*
Linux/Linux 6.18.27 - 6.18.*
... and 11 more
Published May 21, 2026
Tracked Since May 21, 2026