CVE-2025-37956 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.90/6.12.28/6.14.6/6.15-rc5 ksmbd d_alloc privilege escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.90/6.12.28/6.14.6/6.15-rc5. It has been rated as problematic. Affected by this issue is the function d_alloc of the component ksmbd. The manipulation leads to privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-37956. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.