CVE Catalog

CVE-2026-53268

HighCVSS 8.2
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Exploitation Probability (EPSS)

Low risk
0.36%

28th percentile - higher than 28% of all known CVEs

Summary

In the Linux kernel, the netfilter conntrack_irc module has a vulnerability allowing an out-of-bounds read. The issue occurs when parsing fails after matching a command string, and the system attempts to match a different command instead of bailing out.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential leakage of sensitive kernel memory data or system destabilization due to out-of-bounds buffer read. The vulnerability can be exploited locally by an attacker with network traffic sending capabilities.

Recommendation

Immediately update the Linux kernel to a patched version. Given the obsolescence of IRC protocol in the TLS era, consider disabling the conntrack_irc module if not required.

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Original NVD description (English source)

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: conntrack_irc: fix possible out-of-bounds read When parsing fails after we've matched the command string we should bail out instead of trying to match a different command. This helper should be deprecated, given prevalence of TLS I doubt it has any relevance in 2026.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS