Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ipv6: prevent possible UaF in addrconf_permanent_addr() The mentioned helper try to warn the user about an exceptional condition, but the message is delivered too late, accessing the ipv6 after its possible deletion. Reorder the statement to avoid the possible UaF; while at it, place the warning outside the idev->lock as it needs no protection.

INFO

Published Date :

2026-05-08T13:31:24.315Z

Last Modified :

2026-05-08T13:31:24.315Z

Source :

Linux
AFFECTED PRODUCTS

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-43339 vulnerability.

Vendors Products
Linux
  • Linux Kernel

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