CVE-2024-53172 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.1 fastmap mm/slab_common.c alloc_ai Privilege Escalation (Nessus ID 214781)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.1. It has been classified as problematic. This affects the function alloc_ai of the file mm/slab_common.c of the component fastmap. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation.
This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2024-53172. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.