CVE-2021-46970 | Linux Kernel up to 5.11.19/5.12.2 pci_generic kernel/workqueue.c check_flush_dependency allocation of resources (abd1510c08a1/ed541cff35cb/0fccbf0a3b69)

CVE-2021-46970 | Linux Kernel up to 5.11.19/5.12.2 pci_generic kernel/workqueue.c check_flush_dependency allocation of resources (abd1510c08a1/ed541cff35cb/0fccbf0a3b69)

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.11.19/5.12.2. This affects the function check_flush_dependency of the file kernel/workqueue.c of the component pci_generic. The manipulation leads to allocation of resources. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2021-46970. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.