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CVE-2026-46137

Linux Kernel race condition

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 0.58%
  1. Published28 May 2026

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: mptcp: pm: ADD_ADDR rtx: fix potential data-race This mptcp_pm_add_timer() helper is executed as a timer callback in softirq context. To avoid any data races, the socket lock needs to be held with bh_lock_sock(). If the socket is in use, retry again soon after, similar to what is done with the keepalive timer.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Linux Kernel≥ 5.10 < 5.10.259 · ≥ 5.11 < 5.15.210 · ≥ 5.16 < 6.1.176 · ≥ 6.13 < 6.18.30

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-46137 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-46137 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.58%.

How severe is CVE-2026-46137?

CVE-2026-46137 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.58% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-46137?

Affected products include Linux Kernel.

How do I fix CVE-2026-46137?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Linux Kernel 5.10.259 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.