CVE-2025-40248 | Linux Kernel up to 5.4.301/6.6.117/6.12.59/6.17.9 connect use after free (EUVD-2025-201209 / Nessus ID 277511)
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.4.301/6.6.117/6.12.59/6.17.9. Impacted is the function connect. Executing a manipulation can lead to use after free.
This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-40248. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is not any exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is advised.