SB2026040307 - Use-after-free in Linux kernel netfilter



SB2026040307 - Use-after-free in Linux kernel netfilter

Published: April 3, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2026040307
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-23412)

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to cause a denial of service.

The vulnerability exists due to use-after-free in nfnl_hook_dump_one when dumping hooks via nfnetlink_hooks during concurrent access. A local attacker can trigger concurrent hook dump activity to cause a denial of service.

The issue is triggered by a race condition involving concurrent readers and may lead to a kernel crash.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.