CVE-2024-27012 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc4 nf_tables nft_mapelem_activate memory leak (86658fc7414d/e79b47a8615d / Nessus ID 207817)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc4. It has been classified as critical. Affected is the function nft_mapelem_activate of the component nf_tables. The manipulation leads to memory leak.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-27012. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.