eventpoll: fix ep_remove struct eventpoll / struct file UAF
CVE-2026-46242 is a use-after-free vulnerability involving the eventpoll subsystem in Microsoft Azure Linux 3. 0. The issue relates to improper handling of the ep_remove operation between struct eventpoll and struct file, which can lead to a use-after-free condition. No CVSS score or detailed impact information is provided. There are no known exploits in the wild and no patch or remediation details have been disclosed. The vulnerability affects Microsoft Azure Linux 3. 0 and related versions. Due to lack of detailed impact and exploit information, the severity is assessed as medium. Users should monitor official Microsoft advisories for patch availability and remediation guidance.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-46242) concerns a use-after-free (UAF) flaw in the eventpoll subsystem of Microsoft Azure Linux 3.0. Specifically, the ep_remove operation improperly manages the lifecycle of struct eventpoll and struct file, potentially leading to memory corruption. The Microsoft Security Response Center has published this advisory but has not provided a CVSS score or detailed technical impact. No known exploits have been reported, and no patch links or remediation instructions are currently available. The affected products include Microsoft Azure Linux 3.0.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability can cause a use-after-free condition in the eventpoll subsystem, which may lead to memory corruption or instability in affected systems. However, no confirmed exploitation in the wild or detailed impact scenarios have been reported. Without further information, the precise impact on confidentiality, integrity, or availability cannot be determined.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the Microsoft Security Response Center advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround has been published at this time. Users of Microsoft Azure Linux 3.0 should monitor vendor communications closely for updates.
eventpoll: fix ep_remove struct eventpoll / struct file UAF
Description
CVE-2026-46242 is a use-after-free vulnerability involving the eventpoll subsystem in Microsoft Azure Linux 3. 0. The issue relates to improper handling of the ep_remove operation between struct eventpoll and struct file, which can lead to a use-after-free condition. No CVSS score or detailed impact information is provided. There are no known exploits in the wild and no patch or remediation details have been disclosed. The vulnerability affects Microsoft Azure Linux 3. 0 and related versions. Due to lack of detailed impact and exploit information, the severity is assessed as medium. Users should monitor official Microsoft advisories for patch availability and remediation guidance.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-46242) concerns a use-after-free (UAF) flaw in the eventpoll subsystem of Microsoft Azure Linux 3.0. Specifically, the ep_remove operation improperly manages the lifecycle of struct eventpoll and struct file, potentially leading to memory corruption. The Microsoft Security Response Center has published this advisory but has not provided a CVSS score or detailed technical impact. No known exploits have been reported, and no patch links or remediation instructions are currently available. The affected products include Microsoft Azure Linux 3.0.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability can cause a use-after-free condition in the eventpoll subsystem, which may lead to memory corruption or instability in affected systems. However, no confirmed exploitation in the wild or detailed impact scenarios have been reported. Without further information, the precise impact on confidentiality, integrity, or availability cannot be determined.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the Microsoft Security Response Center advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or workaround has been published at this time. Users of Microsoft Azure Linux 3.0 should monitor vendor communications closely for updates.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Csaf Category
- csaf_vex
- Csaf Version
- 2.0
- Publisher
- Microsoft Security Response Center
- Advisory Id
- msrc_CVE-2026-46242
- Cve Count
- 1
- Additional Cves
- []
- Cvss Version
- null
Threat ID: 6a1ca158e29bf47b505e1f5f
Added to database: 5/31/2026, 9:00:08 PM
Last enriched: 5/31/2026, 9:02:16 PM
Last updated: 6/2/2026, 6:10:34 AM
Views: 9
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