CVE-2024-50246 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.59/6.11.6 ntfs3 alloc_size Privilege Escalation (e91fbb21f248/2fcae4c2014a/c4a8ba334262)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.59/6.11.6. It has been classified as problematic. This affects the function alloc_size of the component ntfs3. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2024-50246. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.