AUGUST 15, 2026
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CVE-2026-72434

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 netfilter component, specifically in the ipset functionality, where improper handling of garbage collection can occur during the destruction of a set. This flaw may lead to resource leaks or unexpected behavior, potentially compromising system stability or performance. System administrators and developers utilizing affected Linux kernel versions should prioritize applying updates to mitigate any risks associated with this issue.

CVE
CVE-2026-72434
Severity
UNKNOWN
CVSS
N/A
EPSS
N/A
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: ipset: make sure gc is properly stopped Sashiko noticed that when destroying a set, cancel_delayed_work_sync() was called while gc calls queue_delayed_work() unconditionally which can lead not to properly shutting down the gc.