CVE-2026-90172 | Linux Kernel up to 7.2.5 smbdirect mm/slub.c smbdirect_accept_connect_request null pointer dereference

A vulnerability categorized as critical has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 7.2.5. Affected is the function smbdirect_accept_connect_request of the file mm/slub.c of the component smbdirect. The manipulation results in null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2026-90172. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. No exploit is available.

It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.VulDB Recent EntriesRead More