SB20260625266 - Improper resource shutdown or release in Linux kernel batman-adv

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SB20260625266 - Improper resource shutdown or release in Linux kernel batman-adv

Published: June 25, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB20260625266
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Improper resource shutdown or release (CVE-ID: CVE-2026-52926)

CWE-ID: CWE-404 - Improper Resource Shutdown or Release

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


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

The vulnerability exists due to improper resource shutdown or release in batman-adv gateway client teardown logic when tearing down and later recreating a mesh. A local user can trigger mesh teardown to cause a denial of service.

The issue leaves stale current gateway state behind across cleanup, which can break a later mesh recreation.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References