CVE-2021-47171 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 include/linux/slab.h smsc75xx_bind memory leak

CVE-2021-47171 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 include/linux/slab.h smsc75xx_bind memory leak

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 and classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function smsc75xx_bind in the library include/linux/slab.h. The manipulation leads to memory leak. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2021-47171. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.