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CVE-2026-90063

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: virtio-net: Ensure that TCP packets don't overflow gso_segs The user can specify any gso_size in a packet crafted with an AF_PA…

Published Sep 17, 2026EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2026-90063 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

Technical description

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

virtio-net: Ensure that TCP packets don't overflow gso_segs

The user can specify any gso_size in a packet crafted with an AF_PACKET

PACKET_VNET_HDR socket, even smaller than TCP_MIN_GSO_SIZE = 8. At the

same time, GSO_MAX_SIZE = 8 * GSO_MAX_SEGS = 8 * 65535. When the user

crafts a packet with gso_size < 8, there is a risk for partial GSO to

overflow the 16-bit gso_segs field when dividing the SKB length by

gso_size.

Adjust gso_size of TCP packets to be at least TCP_MIN_GSO_SIZE = 8. Keep

gso_size of UDP GSO packets, as gso_size=1 is valid and explicitly

tested at tools/testing/selftests/net/tun.c:649.

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-2026-90063?

CVE-2026-90063 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 17, 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-90063?

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-2026-90063?

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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