CVE-2025-39976 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16.9 futex futex_hash_allocate_default allocation of resources

October 15, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.16.9. This impacts the function futex_hash_allocate_default of the component futex. Such manipulation leads to allocation of resources.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-39976. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.

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