CVE-2025-40089 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.4/6.18-rc1 EDAC Call cxl_feature_info null pointer dereference

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.4/6.18-rc1. This vulnerability affects the function cxl_feature_info of the component EDAC Call Handler. This manipulation causes null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability appears as CVE-2025-40089. The attacker needs to be present on the local network. There is no available exploit.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.