CVE-2026-89677 Linux Kernel - Use After Free

Linux kernel contains a use-after-free vulnerability in nfsd4_create_file caused by improper handling of dentry in fh_compose, letting attackers cause memory corruption, exploit requires NFS exported filesystem with specific filehandle conditions.

CVSS base score 9.8 /10
Critical
CISA KEV
Not listed
Public exploit
None known
EPSS
0.55% chance of exploitation in 30 days
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