CVE-2025-38493 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.99/6.12.39/6.15.7 lib/string_helpers.c timerlat_dump_stack denial of service (Nessus ID 252218 / WID-SEC-2025-1665)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.99/6.12.39/6.15.7 and classified as critical. Affected is the function timerlat_dump_stack in the library lib/string_helpers.c. Such manipulation leads to denial of service.
This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2025-38493. The attack must be carried out from within the local network. There is no available exploit.
It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.