CVE-2025-68823 | Linux Kernel up to 6.18.2/6.19-rc1 bdev_open file descriptor consumption (Nessus ID 283661 / WID-SEC-2026-0086)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.18.2/6.19-rc1. It has been declared as critical. The affected element is the function bdev_open. Executing a manipulation can lead to uncontrolled file descriptor consumption.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2025-68823. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.