CVE-2024-27020 | Linux Kernel up to 6.9-rc4 nf_tables __nft_expr_type_get race condition (Nessus ID 207689 / WID-SEC-2024-1008)

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.156/6.1.87/6.6.28/6.8.7/6.9-rc4. The impacted element is the function __nft_expr_type_get of the component nf_tables. Performing a manipulation results in race condition. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2024-27020. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available. It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.