PatchTheCVECVE-2026-53087: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: bcmgenet: fix leaking free_bds Whil
CVE-2026-53087 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting linux kernel. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: bcmgenet: fix leaking free_bds While reclaiming the tx queue we fast forward the write pointer to drop any data in flight. These dropped frames are not added back to the pool of free bds. We also need to tell the netdev that we are dropping said data.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.7% (top 48%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-401 |
| Published | 2026-06-24 |
| Last modified | 2026-07-23 |
Last updated 2026-07-23 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-53087?
linux kernel: upgrade to 6.18.33, 7.0.10. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-53087 being exploited?
CVE-2026-53087 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-53087 affect?
CVE-2026-53087 affects linux kernel. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: bcmgenet: fix leaking free_bds While reclaiming the tx queue we fast forward the write pointer to drop any data in flight. These dropped frames are not added back to
How urgent is CVE-2026-53087?
Priority 49/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action; On your watchlist
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