CVE-2026-64378
kernel: writeback: fix race between cgroup_writeback_umount() and inode_switch_wbs()
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · July 25, 2026
Updated · October 26, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel. A race condition exists between the cgroup_writeback_umount() and inode_switch_wbs() functions when a container exits. This race can lead to a kernel panic, resulting in a denial of service. This vulnerability could be triggered by a local user by exiting a container.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 7CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE-825 · Expired Pointer Dereference