SEPTEMBER 23, 2026
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CVE-2026-72097

UNKNOWN · CVSS N/A EPSS 0.21%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-15 · Last synced 2026-09-14

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A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability in the Linux kernel's dm-verity component could occur if a device lacks a valid table, potentially leading to system crashes or instability. Organizations utilizing Linux-based systems, particularly those relying on dm-verity for integrity verification, should prioritize applying the fix to mitigate the risk of service disruptions.

CVE
CVE-2026-72097
Severity
UNKNOWN
CVSS
N/A
EPSS
0.21%
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: dm-verity: fix a possible NULL pointer dereference Fix a possible NULL pointer dereference dm_verity_loadpin_is_bdev_trusted if the device has no table.