Linux · Linux Kernel · CVE-2015-1573
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Linux kernel versions prior to 3.18.5
**Description**
The issue is related to the interaction between cross-chain jumps and ruleset flushes in the Linux kernel, specifically in the nft flush table function. This can be exploited by local users with the CAP NET ADMIN capability to cause a denial of service, resulting in a system panic.
**Recommendations**
For Linux kernel versions prior to 3.18.5, update to version 3.18.5 or later to resolve the issue.