CVE-2025-39866 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17-rc2 fs __mark_inode_dirty use after free

A vulnerability marked as critical has been reported in Linux Kernel up to 6.17-rc2. Affected is the function __mark_inode_dirty of the component fs. The manipulation leads to use after free.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-39866. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.

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