CVE-2025-40070 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.194/6.1.155/6.6.111/6.12.52/6.17.2 drivers/base/core.c pps_register_cdev use after free

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A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.194/6.1.155/6.6.111/6.12.52/6.17.2. Affected is the function pps_register_cdev of the file drivers/base/core.c. Such manipulation leads to use after free.

This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2025-40070. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. No exploit is available.

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