CVE-2025-40336 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.7 hmm_pfn_to_map_order privilege escalation (Nessus ID 298897)
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.7. This issue affects the function hmm_pfn_to_map_order. This manipulation causes privilege escalation.
This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2025-40336. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is not any exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.