CVE-2024-42250 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9.9 cachefiles_req null pointer dereference

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.9.9. Affected is the function cachefiles_req. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-42250. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.