CVE-2025-38562 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.147/6.6.101/6.12.41/6.15.9/6.16.0 ksmbd generate_encryptionkey null pointer dereference
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.147/6.6.101/6.12.41/6.15.9/6.16.0. This impacts the function generate_encryptionkey of the component ksmbd. Executing manipulation can lead to null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-38562. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is not any exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.