CVE-2024-42270 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.103/6.6.44/6.10.3 iptables iptable_nat_table_init null pointer dereference

CVE-2024-42270 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.103/6.6.44/6.10.3 iptables iptable_nat_table_init null pointer dereference

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.103/6.6.44/6.10.3. Affected by this vulnerability is the function iptable_nat_table_init of the component iptables. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-42270. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.