CVE-2026-31417: net/x25: Fix overflow when accumulating packets
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
net/x25: Fix overflow when accumulating packets
Add a check to ensure that x25sock.fraglen does not overflow.
The fraglen also needs to be resetted when purging fragmentqueue in x25clearqueues().
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-31417?
The severity of CVE-2026-31417 is categorized as medium due to potential overflow issues in packet accumulation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-31417?
To fix CVE-2026-31417, update the Linux kernel to the latest version where the overflow issue has been resolved.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-31417?
CVE-2026-31417 affects systems running the vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel that use the X.25 networking protocol.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-31417?
The potential impacts of CVE-2026-31417 include denial of service vulnerabilities due to packet accumulation overflow.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2026-31417?
A workaround for CVE-2026-31417 is to disable the X.25 protocol in the network settings until the issue is patched.