CVE-2025-38431 | Linux Kernel up to 6.15.4/6.16-rc3 smb symlink (Nessus ID 271193 / WID-SEC-2025-1653)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.15.4/6.16-rc3. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the component smb. The manipulation leads to symlink following.
This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2025-38431. The attack must be carried out from within the local network. There is no available exploit.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.