CVE-2026-22981 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5/6.19-rc4 idpf_detach_and_close null pointer dereference (Nessus ID 296409)
A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5/6.19-rc4. The affected element is the function idpf_detach_and_close. Such manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2026-22981. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. No exploit is available.
The affected component should be upgraded.