CVE-2025-71149 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.159/6.6.119/6.12.63/6.18.2 io_uring io_poll_add return value (Nessus ID 296405 / WID-SEC-2026-0215)
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.159/6.6.119/6.12.63/6.18.2. Affected is the function io_poll_add of the component io_uring. Executing a manipulation can lead to unchecked return value.
This vulnerability is registered as CVE-2025-71149. The attack requires access to the local network. No exploit is available.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.