CVE-2026-72087: scsi: lpfc: Fix memory leak in lpfc_sli4_driver_resource_setup()
Published Aug 15, 2026
·Updated
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
scsi: lpfc: Fix memory leak in lpfcsli4driverresourcesetup()
The memory allocated for mboxq using mempoolalloc() is not freed in some of the early exit error paths. Fix that by moving the mempoolfree() call to an earlier point after last use.
Affected Software
1 affected component
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-72087?
CVE-2026-72087 has a severity rating of 10, indicating a critical risk.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-72087?
To fix CVE-2026-72087, you should update your Linux Kernel to the latest patched version.
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What systems are affected by CVE-2026-72087?
CVE-2026-72087 affects systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux Kernel with the lpfc driver.
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What are the potential consequences of CVE-2026-72087?
The potential consequences of CVE-2026-72087 include memory leaks that could lead to system performance degradation.
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When was CVE-2026-72087 published?
CVE-2026-72087 was published on August 15, 2026.