CVE-2025-40007 | Linux Kernel up to 6.16.9 netfs_alloc_request reference count

October 20, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.16.9. Affected by this vulnerability is the function netfs_alloc_request. Such manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-40007. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.

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