CVE-2025-71080 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.63/6.18.3/6.19-rc3 ipv6 rt6_get_pcpu_route allocation of resources

A vulnerability marked as critical has been reported in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.63/6.18.3/6.19-rc3. The affected element is the function rt6_get_pcpu_route of the component ipv6. This manipulation causes allocation of resources.

This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-71080. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.

It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.