CVE-2025-40238 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.55/6.17.5 mlx5e_detach_netdev null pointer dereference
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.55/6.17.5. Affected by this vulnerability is the function mlx5e_detach_netdev. The manipulation results in null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is known as CVE-2025-40238. Access to the local network is required for this attack. No exploit is available.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.