CVE-2024-57940 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.124/6.6.71/6.12.9 exFAT exfat_readdir infinite loop

CVE-2024-57940 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.124/6.6.71/6.12.9 exFAT exfat_readdir infinite loop

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.124/6.6.71/6.12.9. This issue affects the function exfat_readdir of the component exFAT. The manipulation leads to infinite loop. The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2024-57940. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.