CVE-2026-72016 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.39/7.1.4/7.2-rc2 cpu/hotplug fs/sysfs/group.c cpuhp_smt_enable initialization

August 15, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.39/7.1.4/7.2-rc2. Affected by this vulnerability is the function cpuhp_smt_enable of the file fs/sysfs/group.c of the component cpu/hotplug. This manipulation causes improper initialization.

This vulnerability is registered as CVE-2026-72016. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. No exploit is available.

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