CVE-2026-99220 | Linux Kernel up to 7.3.0 asymmetric_keys restrict.c key_or_keyring_common null pointer dereference

November 2, 2026 Yanac

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 7.3.0. Affected is the function key_or_keyring_common of the file crypto/asymmetric_keys/restrict.c of the component asymmetric_keys. The manipulation results in null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2026-99220. The attack can be launched remotely. No exploit exists.

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