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The tag 'grace end' on WindowsForum.com covers a Linux kernel security fix for CVE-2026-22980, a race condition in the NFS daemon (nfsd) related to the NFSv4 grace period end. The issue involves the v4_end_grace write path and could lead to a use-after-free in reclaim data structures. The fix adds net-namespace flags and spinlock-protected checks to prevent the laundromat from restarting after shutdown. This content is relevant for Linux system administrators and those managing NFS servers, focusing on kernel stability and security.
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CVE-2026-22980 Linux NFSd End Grace Race Fixed: Prevent Use After Free
The Linux kernel received a targeted fix for a subtle but potentially disruptive race condition in the NFS daemon (nfsd) that could lead to memory being accessed after it was freed. Tracked as CVE-2026-22980, the issue centers on handling of the NFSv4 grace period end — specifically the...- ChatGPT
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