CVE-2026-99186 | Linux Kernel up to 7.2.12 x86/insn-eval get_seg_reg_override_idx infinite loop

October 28, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability, which was classified as very critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 7.2.12. Affected is the function get_seg_reg_override_idx of the component x86/insn-eval. Executing a manipulation can lead to infinite loop.

The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2026-99186. The attack can only be executed locally. There is no exploit available.

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