CVE-2024-57881 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.6 page_alloc pfn_to_page null pointer dereference

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.6. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function pfn_to_page of the component page_alloc. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-57881. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.