CVE-2025-40140 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 rtl8150_start_xmit privilege escalation

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 and classified as critical. Impacted is the function rtl8150_start_xmit. Performing manipulation results in privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2025-40140. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available.

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