CVE-2026-98311 Linux Kernel - Use After Free

Linux kernel contains a use-after-free vulnerability caused by transferring operstate before register_netdevice in virt_wifi_newlink(), letting attackers cause denial of service, exploit requires triggering device registration failure.

CVSS base score 7.8 /10
High
CISA KEV
Not listed
Public exploit
None known
EPSS
0.14% chance of exploitation in 30 days
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