CVE-2026-53287: audit: fix incorrect inheritable capability in CAPSET records
Published Jun 26, 2026
·Updated
audit: fix incorrect inheritable capability in CAPSET records
Affected Software
12 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Kernel>=undefined
Linux Linux kernel>=2.6.29<5.10.258
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.209
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.175
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.141
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.91
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.18.33
Linux Linux kernel>=6.19<7.0.10
Linux Linux kernel=7.1-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=7.1-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=7.1-rc3
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.139.1-1<6.6.143.1-1
6.6.143.1-1
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 6.6.143.1-1
Event History
Jun 26, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:40 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:40 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jun 28, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:03 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:03 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:03 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-53287?
CVE-2026-53287 has a medium severity rating of 5.5 according to the CVSS 3.1 scoring system.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-53287?
To fix CVE-2026-53287, update your Linux kernel to the latest version that contains the patch for this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-53287?
CVE-2026-53287 affects the Linux kernel, specifically versions prior to the fixed release.
4
What is the risk associated with CVE-2026-53287?
CVE-2026-53287 poses a risk of unauthorized capability inheritance, which could lead to privilege escalation.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2026-53287?
The impact of CVE-2026-53287 is a high risk for denial of service due to potentially incorrect handling of capabilities.