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CVE-2026-90135

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: add missing ref_tracker_dir_exit() to alloc_netdev_mqs() sashiko is reporting that trying to read /sys/kernel/debug/ref_tr…

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-90135 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

net: add missing ref_tracker_dir_exit() to alloc_netdev_mqs()

sashiko is reporting that trying to read /sys/kernel/debug/ref_tracker/*

causes use-afer-free crash when either alloc_percpu() or dev_addr_init()

in alloc_netdev_mqs() failed, for commit 4d92b95ff2f9 ("net: add net device

refcount tracker infrastructure") added ref_tracker_dir_exit() to only

free_netdev() path.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-90135?

CVE-2026-90135 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-90135?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-90135?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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