# CVE-2026-23015: linux: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:  gpio: mpsse: fix reference leak in gpio_mpsse_pr...

CVE-2026-23015 is fixed in linux on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-23015 (version 6.18.8-1), released January 31, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-23015
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: 5.5 (medium)
- EPSS: 0.0015
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Jan 31, 2026

## Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:  gpio: mpsse: fix reference leak in gpio_mpsse_probe() error paths  The reference obtained by calling usb_get_dev() is not released in the gpio_mpsse_probe() error paths. Fix that by using device managed helper functions. Also remove the usb_put_dev() call in the disconnect function since now it will be released automatically.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | linux Debian 14 | 6.18.8-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-23015](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-23015.md) | Jan 31, 2026 |

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