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CVE-2026-72243

UNKNOWN · CVSS N/A

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-15 · Last synced 2026-08-15

CyberRota Analysis

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The vulnerability affects the Linux kernel's SELinux implementation, specifically in how it handles connect-related permissions during TCP Fast Open operations. This oversight could allow unauthorized access or connections, potentially compromising system security. Organizations utilizing Linux systems with SELinux enabled should prioritize applying updates to mitigate this risk.

CVE
CVE-2026-72243
Severity
UNKNOWN
CVSS
N/A
EPSS
N/A
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: selinux: check connect-related permissions on TCP Fast Open Similar to Landlock, SELinux was not updated when TCP Fast Open support was introduced to ensure connect-related permissions are checked when using TCP Fast Open. Update its socket_sendmsg() hook to call selinux_socket_connect() when MSG_FASTOPEN is passed.