CVE-2024-40972 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9.6 ext4 ext4_xattr_set_entry allocation of resources (111103907234/0a46ef234756 / Nessus ID 207773)
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.9.6. Affected is the function ext4_xattr_set_entry of the component ext4. The manipulation leads to allocation of resources.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-40972. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.