CVE-2021-47577 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.10 io-wq task_work Privilege Escalation (4b4e5bbf9386/71a85387546e)

CVE-2021-47577 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.10 io-wq task_work Privilege Escalation (4b4e5bbf9386/71a85387546e)

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.10. This issue affects the function task_work of the component io-wq. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation. The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2021-47577. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.