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CVE-2026-63975

HIGH · CVSS 8.8 EPSS 0.34%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-07-19 · Last synced 2026-08-18

CyberRota Analysis

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The vulnerability affects the Linux kernel's Bluetooth L2CAP implementation, where improper handling of connection responses can lead to a potential crash. This issue arises when a destination channel ID (dcid) is received for an already-assigned channel, risking system stability. Organizations using Linux systems with Bluetooth capabilities should prioritize this fix to mitigate the risk of crashes and ensure reliable operation.

CVE
CVE-2026-63975
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.34%
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: Bluetooth: L2CAP: Fix possible crash on l2cap_ecred_conn_rsp If dcid is received for an already-assigned destination CID the spec requires that both channels to be discarded, but calling l2cap_chan_del may invalidate the tmp cursor created by list_for_each_entry_safe and in fact it is the wrong procedure as the chan->dcid may be assigned previously it really needs to be disconnected. Calling l2cap_chan_clone directly may still lead to l2cap_chan_del so instead schedule l2cap_chan_timeout with delay 0 to close the channel asynchronously.