CVE-2025-40131 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 wifi ath12k_dp_mon_rx_deliver_msdu privilege escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function ath12k_dp_mon_rx_deliver_msdu of the component wifi. Such manipulation leads to privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is documented as CVE-2025-40131. The attack requires being on the local network. There is not any exploit available.

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