CVE-2021-46960 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2 cifs smb2_get_enc_key Privilege Escalation

CVE-2021-46960 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2 cifs smb2_get_enc_key Privilege Escalation

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2. It has been classified as problematic. Affected is the function smb2_get_enc_key of the component cifs. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2021-46960. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.