CVE-2026-23228 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.124/6.12.71/6.18.10/6.19.0 smb ksmbd_tcp_new_connection memory leak (Nessus ID 299427)
A vulnerability categorized as critical has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.124/6.12.71/6.18.10/6.19.0. Affected by this vulnerability is the function ksmbd_tcp_new_connection of the component smb. Executing a manipulation can lead to memory leak.
This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2026-23228. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.