SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
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CVE-2026-72099

HIGH · CVSS 7.1 EPSS 0.53%

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

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A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's dm-integrity module allows for improper handling of the hash_offset variable, which could lead to potential data integrity issues during the hashing process. This flaw may impact systems relying on dm-integrity for data protection, making it critical for Linux administrators and security teams to prioritize patching to mitigate risks associated with data corruption.

CVE
CVE-2026-72099
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.1
EPSS
0.53%
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: dm-integrity: don't increment hash_offset twice hash_offset is already incremented in the loop "for (i = 0; i < to_copy; i++, ts--)". Do not increment it again.