CVE-2024-26901 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.1 instrumented.h do_sys_name_to_handle information disclosure

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.1. This vulnerability affects the function do_sys_name_to_handle in the library lib/usercopy.c of the file include/linux/instrumented.h. The manipulation leads to information disclosure.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2024-26901. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.