CVE-2024-49881 | Linux Kernel up to 6.11.2 ext4_find_extent orig_path null pointer dereference

CVE-2024-49881 | Linux Kernel up to 6.11.2 ext4_find_extent orig_path null pointer dereference

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.11.2. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the function ext4_find_extent. The manipulation of the argument orig_path leads to null pointer dereference. The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2024-49881. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.