CVE-2025-23143 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.23/6.13.11/6.14.2/6.15-rc1 CIFS sock_lock_init_class_and_name null pointer dereference (Nessus ID 240657)
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.23/6.13.11/6.14.2/6.15-rc1. This vulnerability affects the function sock_lock_init_class_and_name of the component CIFS Module. Executing manipulation can lead to null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-23143. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.