CVE-2024-50153 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.169/6.1.114/6.6.58/6.11.5 scsi target_alloc_device null pointer dereference

CVE-2024-50153 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.169/6.1.114/6.6.58/6.11.5 scsi target_alloc_device null pointer dereference

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.169/6.1.114/6.6.58/6.11.5. This affects the function target_alloc_device of the component scsi. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2024-50153. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.