CVE-2025-38465 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16-rc5 netlink atomic_add_return data authenticity
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.16-rc5. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is the function atomic_add_return of the component netlink. The manipulation leads to insufficient verification of data authenticity.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-38465. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.