CVE-2024-41007 | Linux Kernel up to 4.18 TCP tcp_retransmit_timer resource consumption (97a9063518f1)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 4.18. It has been declared as problematic. This vulnerability affects the function tcp_retransmit_timer of the component TCP Handler. The manipulation leads to resource consumption.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2024-41007. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.