CVE-2024-26716 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.17/6.7.5 USB update_port_device_state null pointer dereference (ed85777c640c/465b545d1d7e/12783c0b9e2c)

CVE-2024-26716 | Linux Kernel up to 6.6.17/6.7.5 USB update_port_device_state null pointer dereference (ed85777c640c/465b545d1d7e/12783c0b9e2c)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.6.17/6.7.5. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is the function update_port_device_state of the component USB. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2024-26716. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.