CVE-2025-40057 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.52/6.17.2 ptp max_vclocks max privilege escalation

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A vulnerability categorized as critical has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.52/6.17.2. This issue affects the function max_vclocks of the component ptp. Executing manipulation of the argument max can lead to privilege escalation.

This vulnerability appears as CVE-2025-40057. The attacker needs to be present on the local network. There is no available exploit.

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