CVE-2024-27021 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc3 r8169 devm_led_classdev_register deadlock (53d986f39acd/19fa4f2a85d7)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc3. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the function devm_led_classdev_register of the component r8169. The manipulation leads to deadlock.

The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2024-27021. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.