CVE-2026-72041
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Publication date: 2026-08-15

Last updated on: 2026-08-15

Assigner: kernel.org

Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: espintcp: use sk_msg_free_partial to fix partial send sk_msg_free_partial() ensures consistency of the skmsg at every iteration, without having to manually handle uncharges and offsets. This simplifies the code, and fixes some bugs in skmsg accounting when we don't send the full contents.

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Published
2026-08-15
Last Modified
2026-08-15
Generated
2026-08-15
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2026-08-15
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-72041
EUVD
EUVD-2026-58999

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linux linux_kernel *

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel involves a bug in the espintcp component where partial sends were not handled correctly. The issue was fixed by using sk_msg_free_partial() to ensure consistency of the skmsg at every iteration, preventing accounting errors when full contents are not sent.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability could lead to incorrect accounting of network data, potentially causing resource leaks or unexpected behavior in network operations. It may affect systems using the Linux kernel's espintcp functionality, particularly those handling partial sends.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Linux kernel to the latest patched version to resolve the espintcp sk_msg accounting issue. Monitor vendor advisories for kernel updates and apply them promptly.

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