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cve-2026-23391

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CVE-2026-23391 is a Linux kernel vulnerability in the netfilter subsystem, specifically in the xt_CT module. The issue involves a race condition where packets queued in nfqueue can be processed after the associated template rule is removed. Since the template may reference stateful objects like helper modules or timeout policies, delayed packet handling could dereference stale configuration, leading to potential security issues. The fix ensures that when a template rule is removed, any remaining packets in nfqueue are flushed to prevent this race condition. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the technical details of the patch and its implications for system stability and security.
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    CVE-2026-23391 Fix: Flush nfqueue Packets When xt_CT Template Rules Are Removed

    Linux kernel maintainers have assigned CVE-2026-23391 to a netfilter / xt_CT race condition fix that drops packets still sitting in nfqueue when a template rule is removed. The issue matters because the template can reference stateful objects such as a helper module or a timeout policy, and...
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