CVE-2026-74715 | Linux Kernel up to 7.1.8 BPF __bpf_nf_ct_lookup/__bpf_nf_ct_alloc_entry opts null pointer dereference

August 22, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability categorized as problematic has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 7.1.8. The impacted element is the function __bpf_nf_ct_lookup/__bpf_nf_ct_alloc_entry of the component BPF. The manipulation of the argument opts results in null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2026-74715. Attacking locally is a requirement. No exploit is available.

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