CVE-2024-50166 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.58/6.11.5 fman mac_probe reference count (5ed4334fc951/3c2a3619d565/1dec67e0d9fb)

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.58/6.11.5 and classified as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function mac_probe of the component fman. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-50166. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.