CVE-2026-22997: net: can: j1939: j1939_xtp_rx_rts_session_active(): deactivate session upon receiving the second rts

Published Jan 25, 2026
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Updated

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

net: can: j1939: j1939xtprxrtssessionactive(): deactivate session upon receiving the second rts

Since j1939sessiondeactivateactivatenext() in j1939tprxtimer() is called only when the timer is enabled, we need to call j1939sessiondeactivateactivatenext() if we cancelled the timer. Otherwise, refcount for j1939session leaks, which will later appear as

| unregisternetdevice: waiting for vcan0 to become free. Usage count = 2.

problem.

Affected Software

13 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.4<5.10.249
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.199
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.162
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.122
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.67
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.18.7
Linux Linux kernel=6.19-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.19-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.19-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=6.19-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=6.19-rc5
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1

Event History

Jan 25, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:36 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 28, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:04 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:04 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·09:04 AM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-22997?

CVE-2026-22997 has a moderate severity level as it can lead to unexpected outcomes during J1939 communication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-22997?

To fix CVE-2026-22997, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel where the vulnerability is resolved.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2026-22997?

CVE-2026-22997 affects certain versions of the Linux kernel that implement the J1939 protocol.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-22997?

CVE-2026-22997 is a session management vulnerability in the J1939 CAN protocol implementation.

5

Can CVE-2026-22997 be exploited remotely?

Yes, if the vulnerable Linux kernel is used in a networked environment, CVE-2026-22997 may be exploitable remotely.

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