CVE-2024-26940 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.83/6.6.23/6.7.11/6.8.2/6.9-rc1 vmwgfx ttm_resource_manager allocation of resources

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.83/6.6.23/6.7.11/6.8.2/6.9-rc1 and classified as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function ttm_resource_manager of the component vmwgfx. The manipulation leads to allocation of resources.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-26940. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.