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Linux Kernel Flaw Threatens Lightning Network Nodes; LND Patch Released

November 4, 2026, 6:31 PM UTC (3 hours ago) · 2 sources · Summarized by CryptoBipto

Bitcoin developer Matt Corallo identified a critical Linux kernel vulnerability that could affect Lightning Network nodes. Lightning Labs has released a mitigation update for its LND software to address the issue.

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SOURCES

bitcoinmagazine.com
thedefiant.io

BTCLightning NetworkNode SecurityLinux VulnerabilityLNDBitcoin Infrastructure

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