CVE-2025-39698 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.43/6.16.3/6.17-rc2 io_futex_wait allocation of resources (Nessus ID 261632)
A vulnerability identified as critical has been detected in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.43/6.16.3/6.17-rc2. This affects the function io_futex_wait. The manipulation results in allocation of resources.
This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2025-39698. The attacker must have access to the local network to execute the attack. No exploit exists.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.