CVE-2026-53219: netfilter: x_tables: avoid leaking percpu counter pointers
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
netfilter: xtables: avoid leaking percpu counter pointers
The native and compat get-entries paths copy the fixed rule entry header from the kernelized rule blob to userspace before overwriting the entry's counter fields with a sanitized counter snapshot.
On SMP kernels, entry->counters.pcnt contains the percpu allocation address used by xtables rule counters. A caller can provide a userspace buffer that faults during the initial fixed-header copy after pcnt has been copied but before the later sanitized counter copy runs. The syscall then returns -EFAULT while leaving the raw percpu pointer in userspace.
Copy only the fixed entry prefix before counters from the kernelized rule blob, then copy the sanitized counter snapshot into the counter field. Apply this ordering to the IPv4, IPv6, and ARP native and compat get-entries implementations so a fault cannot expose the internal percpu counter pointer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-53219?
The severity of CVE-2026-53219 is rated as medium with a score of 5.5.
What does CVE-2026-53219 affect?
CVE-2026-53219 affects the netfilter x_tables component of the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2026-53219?
To fix CVE-2026-53219, you should apply the latest patches or updates provided by your system's Linux kernel maintainers.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-53219?
CVE-2026-53219 represents a leak of percpu counter pointers within the Linux kernel, specifically in the netfilter module.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-53219?
The potential impacts of CVE-2026-53219 include elevated risk of information disclosure due to the leakage of sensitive counter pointers.