A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.9.2. This affects the function unix_release_sock/unix_stream_sendmsg of the component af_unix. The manipulation leads to race condition.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2024-38596. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.