CVE-2026-55319
Published Nov 10, 2026
Modified Nov 10, 2026
Description
In thread_free of thread.c, there is a possible way to corrupt kernel heap metadata on thread creation failure due to memory corruption. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
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EPSS — Exploit Prediction
0.0012
Probability of exploitation
0.02%
Percentile rank
EPSS estimates the probability that this vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. A higher score means more likely to be exploited.
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-55319? +
In thread_free of thread.c, there is a possible way to corrupt kernel heap metadata on thread creation failure due to memory corruption. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-55319? +
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