CVE-2024-56646 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.4 ipv6 modify_prefix_route null pointer dereference

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.4. It has been declared as critical. This vulnerability affects the function modify_prefix_route of the component ipv6. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2024-56646. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.