CVE-2025-40230 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.55/6.17.5 try_to_map_unused_to_zeropage denial of service (Nessus ID 277595 / WID-SEC-2025-2747)
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.55/6.17.5. Affected by this vulnerability is the function try_to_map_unused_to_zeropage. This manipulation causes denial of service.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2025-40230. The attack can only be executed locally. There is no exploit available.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.