CVE-2025-40233 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.5 ocfs2 ocfs2_refcount_cal_cow_clusters reference count
A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.5. This impacts the function ocfs2_refcount_cal_cow_clusters of the component ocfs2. Executing manipulation can lead to improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability appears as CVE-2025-40233. The attacker needs to be present on the local network. There is no available exploit.
The affected component should be upgraded.