CVE-2026-23042 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5/6.19-rc4 idpf idpf_idc_vport_dev_down null pointer dereference
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5/6.19-rc4. The affected element is the function idpf_idc_vport_dev_down of the component idpf. This manipulation causes null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2026-23042. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.