CVE-2024-57940 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.124/6.6.71/6.12.9 exFAT exfat_readdir infinite loop (Nessus ID 215144 / WID-SEC-2025-0155)
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.124/6.6.71/6.12.9. The affected element is the function exfat_readdir of the component exFAT. Executing a manipulation can lead to infinite loop.
This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2024-57940. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.
You should upgrade the affected component.