CVE-2024-50171 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.169/6.1.114/6.6.58/6.11.5 systemport bcm_sysport_xmit memory leak

CVE-2024-50171 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.169/6.1.114/6.6.58/6.11.5 systemport bcm_sysport_xmit memory leak

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.169/6.1.114/6.6.58/6.11.5. Affected is the function bcm_sysport_xmit of the component systemport. The manipulation leads to memory leak. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-50171. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.