CVE-2025-40170 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 net dst_dev_rcu privilege escalation (Nessus ID 296481 / WID-SEC-2025-2579)
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2. Affected by this vulnerability is the function dst_dev_rcu of the component net. Executing a manipulation can lead to privilege escalation.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2025-40170. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.