CVE-2025-39847 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17-rc4 alloc_skb new_skb memory leak

A vulnerability categorized as critical has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.17-rc4. This issue affects the function alloc_skb. The manipulation of the argument new_skb results in memory leak.

This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2025-39847. The attacker must have access to the local network to execute the attack. No exploit exists.

It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.VulDB Recent EntriesRead More