CVE-2026-31557 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.79/6.18.20/6.19.10 nvmet nvmet_ctrl_free privilege escalation (Nessus ID 326222 / WID-SEC-2026-1279)
A vulnerability categorized as critical has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.79/6.18.20/6.19.10. This issue affects the function nvmet_ctrl_free of the component nvmet. Executing a manipulation can lead to privilege escalation.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2026-31557. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.