CVE-2025-40074 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 ipv4 dst_dev_rcu use after free (Nessus ID 271868 / WID-SEC-2025-2431)
A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2. This vulnerability affects the function dst_dev_rcu of the component ipv4. Executing a manipulation can lead to use after free.
This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-40074. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is not any exploit available.
The affected component should be upgraded.