What it is
Linux Kernel contains a flaw in the packet socket (AF_PACKET) implementation which could lead to incorrectly freeing memory. A local user could exploit this for denial-of-service (DoS) or possibly for privilege escalation.
What to do
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Vendor notices and references
Description and required action as published by CISA. Full record at NVD.
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