A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.99/6.6.40/6.9.9 and classified as critical. This issue affects the function xs_tcp_setup_socket of the component sunrpc. The manipulation leads to denial of service.

The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2024-42246. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.