tcp: fix potential race in tcp_v6_syn_recv_sock() — CVE-2026-43198
MSRC · Microsoft · CVE-2026-43198
ID
CVE-2026-43198
CVE-2026-43198
Date
Updated
Activity
Source
MSRC
MSRC
Vendor
Microsoft
Microsoft
Threat
medium
medium
CVSS
4.8
4.8
Summary
CVE-2026-43198 is a advisory from MSRC. tcp: fix potential race in tcp_v6_syn_recv_sock() Vendor: Microsoft. Severity/Threat: medium. Source updated on 2026-05-11.
What to do
General, cautious steps (verify details in the official source):
- Review exposure and plan remediation based on risk and environment.
- Identify affected product versions in your inventory and verify whether you are impacted.
- Apply vendor patches/updates or recommended mitigations as soon as available.
- Read the official advisory for exact affected versions and remediation steps.