CVE-2026-98439
Published Oct 18, 2026
Modified Oct 19, 2026
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: smb/server: cancel async requests when closing connection An async request may still be waiting when a connection is closed. This can stop the connection from closing. Cancel active async requests before waiting for them to finish.
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EPSS — Exploit Prediction
0.0016
Probability of exploitation
0.05%
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-2026-98439? +
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
smb/server: cancel async requests when closing connection
An async request may still be waiting when a connection is closed.
This can stop the connection from closing.
Cancel active async requests before waiting for them to finish.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-98439? +
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.
