CVE-2025-40097 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.4/6.18-rc1 null pointer dereference

October 30, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.4/6.18-rc1. It has been rated as critical. This affects an unknown function. This manipulation causes null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-40097. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.

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