CVE-2024-50242 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.59/6.11.6 ntfs3 ntfs_file_release Privilege Escalation (550ef40fa636/82685eb6ca1d/031d6f608290)

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.59/6.11.6 and classified as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function ntfs_file_release of the component ntfs3. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-50242. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.