SB20260105108 - Improper locking in Linux kernel core



SB20260105108 - Improper locking in Linux kernel core

Published: January 5, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB20260105108
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 security vulnerability.


1) Improper locking (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-68762)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper locking within the __netpoll_setup() function in net/core/netpoll.c. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.