CVE-2024-41044 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9.9 ppp_async_encode Privilege Escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.9.9 and classified as problematic. This issue affects the function ppp_async_encode. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation.

The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2024-41044. 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.