PT-2026-26578 · Linux+2 · Linux Kernel+2
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Published
2026-01-01
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Updated
2026-05-22
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CVE-2026-23273
CVSS v3.1
7.8
High
| Vector | AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux kernel versions prior to 6.19.0-rc8+ #33
Description
The Linux kernel contains a flaw within the macvlan module. Specifically, a race condition exists in the
macvlan common newlink() function's error path, potentially leading to a slab-use-after-free issue. This occurs when macvlan common newlink() makes a network device (@dev) visible before an error is detected, allowing its caller to directly free the device using free netdev(dev). The issue requires respecting an RCU (Read-Copy-Update) period within both macvlan and the core networking stack. Exploitation involves creating a veth pair, configuring addresses, bringing up interfaces, and adding a macvlan interface, which can trigger the vulnerability. The issue was identified through KASAN (Kernel Address Sanitizer) reports during testing.Recommendations
Update to a newer version of the Linux kernel that contains a fix for this vulnerability.
Exploit
Fix
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Related Identifiers
Affected Products
Linuxmint
Linux Kernel
Ubuntu