CVE-2026-23100 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.7/6.19-rc6 hugetlb hugetlb_pmd_shared reference count (Nessus ID 297963 / WID-SEC-2026-0324)
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.7/6.19-rc6. This impacts the function hugetlb_pmd_shared of the component hugetlb. Such manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2026-23100. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. No exploit exists.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.