CVE-2026-31429 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.81/6.18.22/6.19.12 net skb_kfree_head allocation of resources

A vulnerability identified as critical has been detected in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.81/6.18.22/6.19.12. Impacted is the function skb_kfree_head of the component net. This manipulation causes allocation of resources.

This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2026-31429. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.

You should upgrade the affected component.