CVE-2025-68798 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.159/6.6.119/6.12.63/6.18.2 NMI x86_pmu_stop null pointer dereference
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.159/6.6.119/6.12.63/6.18.2. The affected element is the function x86_pmu_stop of the component NMI Handler. The manipulation results in null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2025-68798. The attacker must have access to the local network to execute the attack. No exploit exists.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.