CVE-2025-68248 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.5 vmw_balloon privilege escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.5. It has been rated as critical. The affected element is an unknown function of the component vmw_balloon. The manipulation leads to privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-68248. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.

Upgrading the affected component is advised.VulDB Recent EntriesRead More