CVE-2026-64253 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.94/6.18.37/7.1.2 fork copy_process null pointer dereference

July 24, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability described as very critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.94/6.18.37/7.1.2. This impacts the function copy_process of the component fork. Executing a manipulation can lead to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2026-64253. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. There is not any exploit available.

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