CVE-2026-72052 | Linux Kernel up to 7.1.4 ip6_gre ip6gre_changelink/ip6erspan_changelink privileges management

August 15, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability categorized as very critical has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 7.1.4. This impacts the function ip6gre_changelink/ip6erspan_changelink of the component ip6_gre. Executing a manipulation can lead to improper privilege management.

The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2026-72052. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available.

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