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CVE-2026-53362: Linux Kernel Unspecified Vulnerability

Linux Kernel · in CISA KEV since 2026-08-27

2026-08-27added to KEV

2026-08-30federal remediation due date

0.51%EPSS exploit probability (30 days) 42.6th percentile

7.8 HIGHCVSS 3.1

Unknownknown ransomware use

54days from NVD publication to KEV

What it is

Linux Kernel contains an unspecified vulnerability that can allow for privilege escalation via IPv6 networking subsystem. This vulnerability can impact multiple products, including but not limited to Suse, Red Hat, and other products using Linux.

Required action (CISA)

Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.

CWE	CWE-787;CWE-122
CVSS vector	`CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H`
NVD published	2026-07-04 (Analyzed)

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