CVE-2026-74608 | Linux Kernel up to 7.1.8 SMB Client cifs_try_adding_channels use after free

August 22, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability, which was classified as very critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.182/6.6.151/6.12.103/6.18.44/7.1.8. This affects the function cifs_try_adding_channels of the component SMB Client. Executing a manipulation can lead to use after free.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2026-74608. The attack can be executed remotely. There is not any exploit available.

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