CVE-2025-40190 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.3 ext4 ext4_xattr_inode_update_ref reference count (Nessus ID 275359 / WID-SEC-2025-2595)
A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.3. Affected by this vulnerability is the function ext4_xattr_inode_update_ref of the component ext4. The manipulation results in improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2025-40190. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available.
The affected component should be upgraded.