CVE-2026-52926
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's batman-adv module, which is responsible for managing mesh networks. When a mesh network is being shut down, the system fails to properly clear the active gateway information. This leaves outdated network configuration data, which can prevent the mesh network from being successfully re-established. The consequence is a disruption of network services, effectively a denial of service.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Other,Confidentiality,Integrity
Technical Impact: Other; Read Application Data; Modify Application Data; DoS: Resource Consumption (Other)
It is possible to overflow the number of temporary files because directories typically have limits on the number of files allowed. This could create a denial of service problem.
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