CVE-2025-40184 | Linux Kernel up to 6.17.3 KVM assert_host_shared_guest denial of service (Nessus ID 275342 / WID-SEC-2025-2595)
A vulnerability identified as critical has been detected in Linux Kernel up to 6.17.3. Affected is the function assert_host_shared_guest of the component KVM. The manipulation leads to denial of service.
This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2025-40184. The attack must be carried out from within the local network. There is no available exploit.
You should upgrade the affected component.