CVE-2026-72173 | Linux Kernel Pagemap fs/proc/task_mmu pagemap_pmd_range_thp assertion

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel. The affected element is the function pagemap_pmd_range_thp of the file fs/proc/task_mmu of the component Pagemap. Executing a manipulation can lead to reachable assertion.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2026-72173. It is possible to launch the attack on the local host. There is not any exploit available.

Applying a patch is advised to resolve this issue.VulDB Recent EntriesRead More