CVE-2024-26591 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12/5.15.147/6.1.74/6.6.13/6.7.1 bpf_tracing_prog_attach null pointer dereference

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12/5.15.147/6.1.74/6.6.13/6.7.1. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function bpf_tracing_prog_attach. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-26591. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.