CVE-2026-72126: can: isotp: use unconditional synchronize_rcu() in isotp_release()

Published Aug 15, 2026
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Updated

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

can: isotp: use unconditional synchronizercu() in isotprelease()

isotpnotify() unregisters the (RCU) CAN filters via canrxunregister() and clears so->bound without waiting for a grace period. isotprelease() uses so->bound to decide whether it needs to call synchronizercu() before cancelling so->rxtimer, so when NETDEVUNREGISTER runs first it skips that synchronizercu() and can cancel the timer while an in-flight isotprcv() is still executing and about to re-arm it via isotpsendfc(), leading to a use-after-free timer callback on the freed socket.

sakisho-bot remarked a problem with rtnllock held in isotpnotify(), therefore make isotprelease() always call synchronizercu() before cancelling the timers, regardless of so->bound. This still closes the original race (isotpnotify() clearing so->bound without waiting for in-flight isotprcv() callers before isotprelease() cancels the RX timer) without adding any RCU wait to the netdevice notifier path.

Event History

Aug 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:53 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:53 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:21 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72126?

The severity of CVE-2026-72126 is rated at 51.

2

What is the impact of CVE-2026-72126?

CVE-2026-72126 can lead to use-after-free vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel, potentially affecting system stability and security.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-72126?

To fix CVE-2026-72126, you should update your Linux kernel to the version that resolves this vulnerability.

4

Which components are affected by CVE-2026-72126?

CVE-2026-72126 affects the CAN interface in the Linux kernel specifically related to isotp and RCU handling.

5

When was CVE-2026-72126 published?

CVE-2026-72126 was published on August 15, 2026.

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