CVE-2026-23044 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5/6.19-rc4 crypto_alloc_acomp null pointer dereference (Nessus ID 297930 / WID-SEC-2026-0324)
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5/6.19-rc4. This issue affects the function crypto_alloc_acomp. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2026-23044. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. No exploit is available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.