CVE-2024-56627 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.119/6.6.65/6.12.4 Setting ksmbd.conf ksmbd_vfs_stream_read streams_xattr out-of-bounds

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.119/6.6.65/6.12.4. Affected is the function ksmbd_vfs_stream_read of the file ksmbd.conf of the component Setting Handler. The manipulation of the argument streams_xattr leads to out-of-bounds read.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-56627. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.