CVE-2025-40167 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18-rc1 ext4 ext4_es_cache_extent infinite loop

A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18-rc1. Affected by this issue is the function ext4_es_cache_extent of the component ext4. Executing manipulation can lead to infinite loop.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-40167. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is not any exploit available.

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