CVE-2025-40195 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.53/6.17.3 mnt_ns_release null pointer dereference
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.53/6.17.3. The impacted element is the function mnt_ns_release. The manipulation results in null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2025-40195. The attacker must have access to the local network to execute the attack. No exploit exists.
Upgrading the affected component is advised.