CVE-2026-72041: espintcp: use sk_msg_free_partial to fix partial send

Published Aug 15, 2026
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Updated

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

espintcp: use skmsgfreepartial to fix partial send

skmsgfreepartial() ensures consistency of the skmsg at every iteration, without having to manually handle uncharges and offsets. This simplifies the code, and fixes some bugs in skmsg accounting when we don't send the full contents.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Aug 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:52 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:52 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:21 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72041?

The severity of CVE-2026-72041 is rated at 34, indicating a potential risk.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-72041?

To fix CVE-2026-72041, ensure you update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-72041?

CVE-2026-72041 affects systems running the Linux kernel with the specific vulnerability in espintcp.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-72041?

CVE-2026-72041 is a code consistency issue in the Linux kernel's espintcp module.

5

When was CVE-2026-72041 published?

CVE-2026-72041 was published on August 15, 2026.

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