CVE-2026-72355: netfs: Fix barriering when walking subrequest list

Published Aug 15, 2026

Updated

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

netfs: Fix barriering when walking subrequest list

Fix the barriering used when walking the subrequest list in retry as there's a possibility of seeing a subreq that's just been added by the application thread.

Event History

Aug 15, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:55 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:55 AM

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What is the severity of CVE-2026-72355?

The severity of CVE-2026-72355 is rated at 23.

How do I fix CVE-2026-72355?

To fix CVE-2026-72355, update your Linux kernel to the latest version where this vulnerability has been resolved.

What systems are affected by CVE-2026-72355?

CVE-2026-72355 affects systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel with netfs implementations.

What does CVE-2026-72355 involve?

CVE-2026-72355 involves a fix related to barriering when walking the subrequest list in the Linux kernel.

When was CVE-2026-72355 published?

CVE-2026-72355 was published on August 15, 2026.

CVE-2026-72355: netfs: Fix barriering when walking subrequest list

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