- 113/2026
- High
Linux has released security updates to address several vulnerabilities affecting Linux Kernel.
The addressed vulnerabilities could allow the attacker to gain elevated privileges, perform denial of service attacks, obtain sensitive information, or execute arbitrary code and gain access to the affected system.
Sample of the addressed vulnerabilities:
1. Linux Kernel Buffer Overflow Vulnerability (CVE-2026-31402):
- CVSS: 7.8
- Attack Vector: Local
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Consequences: Denial of Service
2. Copy Fail Linux Privilege Escalation Vulnerability (CVE-2026-31431):
- CVSS: 7.8
- Attack Vector: Local
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: None
- Consequences: Gain Privileges
It should be highlighted that Linux distributors are aware that the vulnerability “CVE-2026-31431” is being exploited in the wild.