CVE-2024-53172 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.1 fastmap mm/slab_common.c alloc_ai privilege escalation (Nessus ID 214781 / WID-SEC-2024-3762)
A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.1. This affects the function alloc_ai of the file mm/slab_common.c of the component fastmap. Such manipulation leads to privilege escalation.
This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2024-53172. The attack must be carried out from within the local network. There is no available exploit.
The affected component should be upgraded.