CVE-2025-40153 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2 mprotect state issue (Nessus ID 276782 / WID-SEC-2025-2579)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.2. It has been rated as critical. The affected element is the function mprotect. The manipulation leads to state issue.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-40153. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.
Upgrading the affected component is advised.