CVE-2021-46936 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.12 net tw_timer_handler use after free

CVE-2021-46936 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.12 net tw_timer_handler use after free

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.12. This affects the function tw_timer_handler of the component net. The manipulation leads to use after free. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2021-46936. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.