CVE-2026-98286 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.53/7.2.7/7.3-rc3 drop_monitor timer_shutdown_sync send_timer use after free

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A vulnerability classified as very critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.53/7.2.7/7.3-rc3. This issue affects the function timer_shutdown_sync of the component drop_monitor. Performing a manipulation of the argument send_timer results in use after free.

This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-98286. The attack can be initiated remotely. There is not any exploit available.

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