CVE-2024-35910 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.4 on TCP net/smc/af_smc.c inet_csk_clear_xmit_timers privilege escalation (Nessus ID 209785 / WID-SEC-2025-1439)

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.4 on TCP. The affected element is the function inet_csk_clear_xmit_timers of the file net/smc/af_smc.c. Performing a manipulation results in privilege escalation. This vulnerability is identified as CVE-2024-35910. The attack can only be performed from the local network. There is not any exploit available. It is advisable to upgrade the affected component.