CVE-2021-47132 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.9 mptcp __mptcp_retrans memory corruption (b9c78b1a9596/b5941f066b4c)

CVE-2021-47132 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.9 mptcp __mptcp_retrans memory corruption (b9c78b1a9596/b5941f066b4c)

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.9. Affected by this issue is the function __mptcp_retrans of the component mptcp. The manipulation leads to memory corruption. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2021-47132. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.