CVE-2025-71311 | Linux Kernel up to 6.12.74/6.18.13/6.19.3 ntfs3 longest_match_std uninitialized pointer (WID-SEC-2026-1700)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.12.74/6.18.13/6.19.3 and classified as critical. This affects the function longest_match_std of the component ntfs3. Such manipulation leads to uninitialized pointer.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2025-71311. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available.
It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.