CVE-2024-36939 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.9 Net Namespace /proc/net/sunrpc/nfs rpc_proc_register privilege escalation (Nessus ID 207773 / WID-SEC-2025-1293)
A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.9. This vulnerability affects the function rpc_proc_register of the file /proc/net/sunrpc/nfs of the component Net Namespace Handler. Performing manipulation results in privilege escalation.
This vulnerability was named CVE-2024-36939. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no available exploit.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.