CVE-2021-47177 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 vt-d alloc_iommu memory leak

CVE-2021-47177 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 vt-d alloc_iommu memory leak

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8. It has been classified as critical. This affects the function alloc_iommu of the component vt-d. The manipulation leads to memory leak. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2021-47177. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.