OCTOBER 9, 2026
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CVE-2026-97455

HIGH · CVSS 8.4 EPSS 0.14%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-09-24 · Last synced 2026-10-09

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A use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel's ACPICA component could allow an attacker to exploit memory management errors during the termination of control methods, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or system crashes. Organizations using affected versions of the Linux kernel should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate risks associated with system stability and security.

CVE
CVE-2026-97455
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.4
EPSS
0.14%
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ACPICA: Fix use-after-free in acpi_ds_terminate_control_method() Fix use-after-free issue in acpi_ds_terminate_control_method() by clearing references to method locals and arguments.