CVE-2021-46994 | Linux Kernel up to 5.10.37/5.11.21/5.12.4 mcp251x mcp251x_open use after free

CVE-2021-46994 | Linux Kernel up to 5.10.37/5.11.21/5.12.4 mcp251x mcp251x_open use after free

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.10.37/5.11.21/5.12.4 and classified as problematic. Affected by this vulnerability is the function mcp251x_open of the component mcp251x. The manipulation leads to use after free. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2021-46994. Access to the local network is required for this attack to succeed. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.