CVE-2025-40047 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.52/6.17.2 io_waitid_wait privilege escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.52/6.17.2 and classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function io_waitid_wait. The manipulation results in privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2025-40047. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.