CVE-2021-46939 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2 tracing trace_clock_global recursion

CVE-2021-46939 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2 tracing trace_clock_global recursion

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2. This issue affects the function trace_clock_global of the component tracing. The manipulation leads to uncontrolled recursion. The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2021-46939. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.