CVE-2025-40200 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.3 squashfs_read_inode privilege escalation
A vulnerability categorized as problematic has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.3. Affected by this issue is the function squashfs_read_inode. The manipulation results in privilege escalation.
This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2025-40200. The attack can only be performed from the local network. There is not any exploit available.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.