25Mar
CVE-2021-47179 | Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8 NFSv4 pnfs_mark_matching_lsegs_return pnfs_layout_range null pointer dereference
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.12.8. Affected is the functionpnfs_mark_matching_lsegs_return
of the component NFSv4. The manipulation of the argument pnfs_layout_range leads to null pointer dereference.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2021-47179. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.