CVE-2025-38542 | Linux Kernel up to 6.15.6 appletalk atrtr_create reference count (Nessus ID 265984 / WID-SEC-2025-1858)
A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.15.6. This affects the function atrtr_create of the component appletalk. Such manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2025-38542. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. No exploit exists.
The affected component should be upgraded.