CVE-2026-98152
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nvmet-rdma Queue Leak in Linux Kernel

Publication date: 2026-09-25

Last updated on: 2026-09-25

Assigner: kernel.org

Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: nvmet-rdma: fix queue leak when connect backlog is exceeded When pending disconnecting queues exceed the backlog limit, the connect path only drops the device reference and leaks the newly allocated queue and its IB resources.

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Published
2026-09-25
Last Modified
2026-09-25
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2026-09-25
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2026-09-25
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-98152
EUVD
EUVD-2026-86983

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel involves a memory leak in the nvmet-rdma subsystem. When the number of pending disconnecting queues exceeds the backlog limit, the system fails to properly clean up newly allocated queues and their InfiniBand (IB) resources, leading to resource exhaustion.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can cause system instability by depleting available memory and IB resources. It may lead to performance degradation, crashes, or denial of service if exploited repeatedly.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Linux kernel to the patched version that resolves the nvmet-rdma queue leak issue. Monitor kernel logs for nvmet-rdma related errors or resource leaks.

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