CVE-2026-23445 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.77/6.18.19/6.19.9/7.0-rc4 IRQ igc_ptp_tx_tstamp_event memory corruption (Nessus ID 304970)

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.77/6.18.19/6.19.9/7.0-rc4. The affected element is the function igc_ptp_tx_tstamp_event of the component IRQ Handler. The manipulation results in memory corruption.

This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2026-23445. The attacker must have access to the local network to execute the attack. No exploit exists.

Upgrading the affected component is advised.