PT-2021-25515 · Linux · Linux Kernel

Published

2021-06-30

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Updated

2021-06-30

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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.12.11
Description: A use-after-free issue was discovered in the nfs4 init client() function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. It was introduced in version v4.13 and fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.12.11.
Recommendations: For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.12.11, update to version v5.12.11 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the nfs4 init client() function until a patch is available.
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Related Identifiers

GSD-2021-1001044

Affected Products

Linux Kernel