SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
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CVE-2026-80531

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.13%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-26 · Last synced 2026-09-18

CyberRota Analysis

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A use-after-free (UAF) vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel's XFS filesystem, specifically related to the handling of temporary IP addresses during tempfile creation. If exploited, this could lead to potential memory corruption, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the system. System administrators and developers working with Linux kernel-based environments should prioritize addressing this vulnerability to mitigate risks associated with system integrity and stability.

CVE
CVE-2026-80531
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.13%
Linux

Original NVD Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: xfs: avoid UAF on sc->tempip in xrep_tempfile_create LOLLM noticed a potential UAF if the tempfile creation code fails after it set sc->tempip. Fix that.