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CVE-2026-23404 is a kernel vulnerability in the AppArmor Linux Security Module that can lead to denial of service through kernel stack exhaustion. The flaw occurs during recursive profile removal, where deeply nested policy structures cause a crash. The fix converts the recursive routine to an iterative one, improving stability and security. This issue is relevant for administrators managing AppArmor on Linux systems, including those in enterprise IT environments. Microsoft and Ubuntu have issued advisories highlighting the DoS implications. The tag covers discussions about the vulnerability, its impact on system reliability, and the kernel patch that resolves it.
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    CVE-2026-23404 AppArmor Kernel Fix: Recursive Profile Removal Prevents DoS

    CVE-2026-23404 has all the hallmarks of a small-looking kernel bug with outsized operational consequences: it turns a recursive AppArmor profile-removal routine into an iterative one to avoid kernel stack exhaustion and crashes. The issue sits in a security module many administrators treat as...
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