CVE-2021-46991 | Linux Kernel up to 4.19.190/5.4.119/5.10.37/5.11.21/5.12.4 i40e i40e_client_subtask use after free

CVE-2021-46991 | Linux Kernel up to 4.19.190/5.4.119/5.10.37/5.11.21/5.12.4 i40e i40e_client_subtask use after free

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 4.19.190/5.4.119/5.10.37/5.11.21/5.12.4. This affects the function i40e_client_subtask of the component i40e. The manipulation leads to use after free. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2021-46991. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.