CVE-2024-26894 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.1 processor_idle acpi_processor_power_exit memory leak

CVE-2024-26894 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.1 processor_idle acpi_processor_power_exit memory leak

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.1. It has been classified as critical. Affected is the function acpi_processor_power_exit of the component processor_idle. The manipulation leads to memory leak. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-26894. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.