CVE-2026-23199 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.69/6.18.9 procfs __kernel_read reference count

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.69/6.18.9. Affected by this vulnerability is the function __kernel_read of the component procfs. Such manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2026-23199. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. No exploit exists.

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