CVE-2021-46952 | Linux Kernel up to 5.10.35/5.11.19/5.12.2 NFS xprt_calc_majortimeo out-of-bounds

CVE-2021-46952 | Linux Kernel up to 5.10.35/5.11.19/5.12.2 NFS xprt_calc_majortimeo out-of-bounds

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.10.35/5.11.19/5.12.2. It has been declared as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function xprt_calc_majortimeo of the component NFS. The manipulation leads to out-of-bounds read. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2021-46952. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.