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CVE-2026-63999

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ethtool: rss: fix indir_table and hkey leak on get_rxfh failure rss_prepare_get() allocates the indirection table and hash key…

Published Jul 19, 2026EPSS 0.12%

Overview

CVE-2026-63999 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 19, 2026.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

ethtool: rss: fix indir_table and hkey leak on get_rxfh failure

rss_prepare_get() allocates the indirection table and hash key buffer

via rss_get_data_alloc(), then calls ops->get_rxfh() to populate them.

If get_rxfh() fails, the function returns an error without freeing

the allocation.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-63999?

CVE-2026-63999 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on July 19, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-63999?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-63999?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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