CVE-2026-98258 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.53/7.2.7/7.3-rc3 posix-cpu-timers timer_settime/timer_delete use after free

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.53/7.2.7/7.3-rc3. It has been declared as very critical. Affected by this issue is the function timer_settime/timer_delete of the component posix-cpu-timers. Such manipulation leads to use after free.

This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2026-98258. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. No exploit is available.

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