CVE-2026-8035
Description
CVE-2026-8035: A NULL pointer dereference in NI-PAL kernel driver allows local authenticated users to cause a denial of service.
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CVE-2026-8035: A NULL pointer dereference in NI-PAL kernel driver allows local authenticated users to cause a denial of service.
Vulnerability
Improper input validation within the NI-PAL kernel driver may allow a local authenticated user to cause a denial of service by triggering a crash due to a NULL pointer dereference. This vulnerability affects NI-PAL version 26.3.0 and prior versions on Windows and Linux [1].
Exploitation
An attacker with local authenticated access can exploit this vulnerability by triggering a specific code path within the NI-PAL kernel driver. This path involves providing invalid input that leads to a NULL pointer dereference, causing the driver to crash [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability results in a denial of service by crashing the NI-PAL kernel driver. This can lead to system instability or unavailability for users on the affected Windows or Linux systems [1].
Mitigation
NI strongly recommends upgrading affected software to mitigate this vulnerability. NI-PAL version 26.3.0 and prior versions are affected. Users can identify their installed NI-PAL version and install the appropriate patch for Windows or Linux. The patch is backwards compatible with previous versions of NI software [1].
AI Insight generated on Jun 2, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
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Vulnerability mechanics
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