CVE-2025-71161 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5 fec_read_bufs denial of service (Nessus ID 296381 / WID-SEC-2026-0215)
A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.5 and classified as critical. Affected is the function fec_read_bufs. This manipulation causes denial of service.
This vulnerability appears as CVE-2025-71161. The attacker needs to be present on the local network. There is no available exploit.
The affected component should be upgraded.