CVE-2026-72383: sctp: fix addr_wq_timer race in sctp_free_addr_wq()

Published Aug 15, 2026
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Updated

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

sctp: fix addrwqtimer race in sctpfreeaddrwq()

sctpfreeaddrwq() previously removed addrwqtimer using timerdelete() while holding addrwqlock. However, timerdelete() does not guarantee that a currently running timer handler has completed.

This allows a race with sctpaddrwqtimeouthandler(), where the handler may still run after addrwaitq has been freed, acquire addrwqlock, and access freed memory, leading to a use-after-free.

Fix this by calling timershutdownsync() before taking addrwqlock. This guarantees that any in-flight timer handler has finished and prevents the timer from being re-armed during teardown, making subsequent cleanup safe.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Aug 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:56 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:56 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72383?

CVE-2026-72383 has a risk score of 47, indicating a moderate severity level.

2

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2026-72383?

CVE-2026-72383 is classified as a Use After Free vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-72383?

To fix CVE-2026-72383, update the Linux kernel to the latest version where this vulnerability has been resolved.

4

What component of the Linux kernel is affected by CVE-2026-72383?

CVE-2026-72383 affects the sctp (Stream Control Transmission Protocol) component of the Linux kernel.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2026-72383?

The impact of CVE-2026-72383 includes potential instability or security issues due to race conditions in timer handling.

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