CVE-2024-53159 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.119/6.6.63/6.11.10/6.12.1 hwmon DIV_ROUND_CLOSEST buffer overflow

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.119/6.6.63/6.11.10/6.12.1. Affected by this vulnerability is the function DIV_ROUND_CLOSEST of the component hwmon. The manipulation leads to buffer overflow.

This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-53159. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.