CVE-2026-74688 | Linux Kernel up to 7.1.8 SCTP sctp_assoc_rm_peer use after free

August 22, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability, which was classified as very critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 7.1.8. Impacted is the function sctp_assoc_rm_peer of the component SCTP. This manipulation causes use after free.

This vulnerability is registered as CVE-2026-74688. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. No exploit is available.

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