CVE-2024-50197 | Linux Kernel up to 6.11.4 pinctrl device_for_each_child_node reference count (be3f7b9f995a/16a6d2e685e8)

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.11.4. Affected is the function device_for_each_child_node of the component pinctrl. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-50197. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.