CVE-2026-98196 | Linux Kernel up to 7.3-rc3 brcmsmac brcms_free_timer use after free

October 6, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability classified as very critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 7.3-rc3. Impacted is the function brcms_free_timer of the component brcmsmac. This manipulation causes use after free.

This vulnerability appears as CVE-2026-98196. The attack may be initiated remotely. There is no available exploit.

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