CVE-2025-40049 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.194/6.1.155/6.6.111/6.12.52/6.17.2 open_by_handle_at uninitialized variable

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A vulnerability classified 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. This vulnerability affects the function open_by_handle_at. The manipulation leads to use of uninitialized variable.

This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2025-40049. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. No exploit is available.

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