CVE-2024-40935 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.94/6.6.34/6.9.5 /dev/cachefiles cachefiles_daemon_write reference count (Nessus ID 209785)
A vulnerability categorized as problematic has been discovered in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.94/6.6.34/6.9.5. Impacted is the function cachefiles_daemon_write of the file /dev/cachefiles. Executing manipulation can lead to improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2024-40935. The attack is only possible within the local network. No exploit exists.
It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.