CVE-2025-40043 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.194/6.1.155/6.6.111/6.12.52/6.17.2 nic_valid_size uninitialized pointer

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A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.194/6.1.155/6.6.111/6.12.52/6.17.2. Affected by this vulnerability is the function nic_valid_size. Such manipulation leads to uninitialized pointer.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2025-40043. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. No exploit exists.

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