CVE-2024-42234 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9.9 mm deferred_split_scan reference count (fc7facce686b/be9581ea8c05)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.9.9. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function deferred_split_scan of the component mm. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-42234. 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.