CVE-2026-46214 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.139/6.12.89/6.18.31/7.0.8 vsock virtio_transport_recv_listen privilege escalation
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.139/6.12.89/6.18.31/7.0.8. The impacted element is the function virtio_transport_recv_listen of the component vsock. The manipulation results in privilege escalation.
This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2026-46214. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.