A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.139/6.12.87/6.18.29/7.0.6/7.1-rc2 . The affected element is the function rds_message_purge . Executing a manipulation can lead to privilege escalation. This vulnerability appears as CVE-2026-43502 . The attacker needs to be present on the local network. There is no available exploit. Upgrading the affected component is advised.