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cve-2026-23442

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CVE-2026-23442 is a Linux kernel vulnerability affecting IPv6 Segment Routing over IPv6 (SRv6) paths. The issue involves a NULL idev pointer dereference that can occur when a network device lacks IPv6 configuration, potentially leading to a kernel crash. This is especially relevant on devices with unusual MTU settings or during interface unregister transitions. The upstream fix adds NULL checks in the SRv6 receive and validation paths. While the patch is small, the vulnerability has significant operational consequences for networking teams managing IPv6 routing infrastructure. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the technical details, impact, and mitigation strategies for this kernel bug.
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    CVE-2026-23442 SRv6 Kernel Bug: NULL idev Dereference in IPv6 Routing Paths

    CVE-2026-23442 is a small-looking Linux kernel fix with the kind of operational consequences that make networking teams sit up and take notice. The vulnerability centers on IPv6 Segment Routing over IPv6 (SRv6) paths, where the kernel can end up dereferencing a NULL idev pointer if the device...
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