CVE-2026-98987 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.56/7.2.10 Mount Namespace attach_recursive_mnt infinite loop

October 23, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability, which was classified as very critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.56/7.2.10. This affects the function attach_recursive_mnt of the component Mount Namespace. Executing a manipulation can lead to infinite loop.

This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2026-98987. The attack can be launched remotely. No exploit exists.

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