Linux · Linux Kernel · CVE-2025-21796
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Linux kernel versions prior to 6.12.0-rc6
**Description**
A use-after-free issue exists in the Linux kernel. When `posix acl release` is called, `acl access` and `acl default` are released simultaneously. However, `acl access` retains a pointer to the released `posix acl`, triggering a warning in `nfs3svc release getacl`. This can lead to a kernel panic.
**Recommendations**
For Linux kernel versions prior to 6.12.0-rc6, clear `acl access` and `acl default` after `posix acl release` is called to prevent the use-after-free issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the `nfsd` service until a patch is available.