CVE-2024-50146 | Linux Kernel up to 6.11.5 mlx5e_netdev_change_profile null pointer dereference (3955b77494c3/4dbc1d1a9f39)

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.11.5. This vulnerability affects the function mlx5e_netdev_change_profile. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2024-50146. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.