CVE-2024-40960 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9.6 rt6_probe null pointer dereference

CVE-2024-40960 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9.6 rt6_probe null pointer dereference

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.9.6. This affects the function rt6_probe. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2024-40960. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.