CVE-2025-40031 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.52/6.17.2 register_shm_helper null pointer dereference (Nessus ID 271893 / WID-SEC-2025-2431)
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.52/6.17.2. The impacted element is the function register_shm_helper. Such manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2025-40031. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. No exploit is available.
Upgrading the affected component is advised.