util-linux vulnerabilities and fixes

Recent CVEs affecting util-linux, with upgrade or downgrade steps. 2 tracked.

Also searched as: util linux.

util-linux has 2 tracked vulnerabilities, 0 critical. A fixed release or vendor patch exists for 1. Most recent: 2026-04-03. Highest priority: CVE-2026-3184 (score 32/100).

• CVE-2026-3184 LOW 3.7 MITIGATE MITIGATE A flaw was found in util-linux
• CVE-2026-27456 MEDIUM 4.7 UPGRADE util-linux is a random collection of Linux utilities

FAQ

How do I fix util-linux vulnerabilities?

Open the CVE for your version, check the affected range, then follow the listed action: upgrade to the fixed release, or downgrade or mitigate if no fix exists yet. Commands for each OS are shown on every CVE page.

Is util-linux being exploited right now?

None of the tracked util-linux CVEs are on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the moment. This is checked every 20 minutes.

Which util-linux CVE should I patch first?

CVE-2026-3184 currently ranks highest (32/100): A flaw was found in util-linux.

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