CVE-2024-26988 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.156/6.1.87/6.6.28/6.8.7/6.9-rc4 init/main.c static_command_line buffer overflow

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.156/6.1.87/6.6.28/6.8.7/6.9-rc4. This affects the function static_command_line of the file init/main.c. The manipulation leads to buffer overflow.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2024-26988. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.