CVE-2026-98321
Published Oct 6, 2026
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nf_nat: unregister and release hooks on error If nf_hook_entries_insert_raw() fails, the NAT hooks get never released, resulting in a memleak. Postpone setting nat_proto_net->nat_hook_ops when the hooks are registered to simplify the error path to decide whether the nat hooks need unwinding.
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EPSS — Exploit Prediction
0.0017
Probability of exploitation
0.07%
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-98321? +
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
netfilter: nf_nat: unregister and release hooks on error
If nf_hook_entries_insert_raw() fails, the NAT hooks get never released,
resulting in a memleak.
Postpone setting nat_proto_net->nat_hook_ops when the hooks are
registered to simplify the error path to decide whether the nat hooks
need unwinding.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-98321? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.
