CVE-2025-38244 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.95/6.12.35/6.15.4/6.16-rc3 smb cifs_signal_cifsd_for_reconnect deadlock (EUVD-2025-20817)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.95/6.12.35/6.15.4/6.16-rc3 and classified as critical. This issue affects the function cifs_signal_cifsd_for_reconnect of the component smb. The manipulation leads to deadlock.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2025-38244. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.