CVE-2021-47178 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 scsi smp_processor_id stack-based overflow (a20b6eaf4f35/70ca3c57ff91)

CVE-2021-47178 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 scsi smp_processor_id stack-based overflow (a20b6eaf4f35/70ca3c57ff91)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8. It has been rated as critical. This issue affects the function smp_processor_id of the component scsi. The manipulation leads to stack-based buffer overflow. The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2021-47178. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.