CVE-2025-40361 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.7 fs ext4_xattr_inode_cache_find deadlock

December 16, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.7. This vulnerability affects the function ext4_xattr_inode_cache_find of the component fs. This manipulation causes deadlock.

This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-40361. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.

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