CVE-2021-46966 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2 ACPI cm_write use after free

CVE-2021-46966 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2 ACPI cm_write use after free

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.2. Affected is the function cm_write of the component ACPI. The manipulation leads to use after free. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2021-46966. 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.