CVE-2025-40158 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 ipv6 ip6_output use after free

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the function ip6_output of the component ipv6. The manipulation leads to use after free.

This vulnerability is documented as CVE-2025-40158. The attack requires being on the local network. There is not any exploit available.

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