CVE-2025-40028 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.51/6.16.11/6.17.1 dbitmap_grow double free

October 28, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.51/6.16.11/6.17.1. Affected is the function dbitmap_grow. Performing manipulation results in double free.

This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2025-40028. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available.

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