CVE-2021-47170 | Linux Kernel up to 4.19.192/5.4.123/5.10.41/5.12.8 usbfs __GFP_NOWARN allocation of resources

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 4.19.192/5.4.123/5.10.41/5.12.8. This vulnerability affects the function __GFP_NOWARN of the component usbfs. The manipulation leads to allocation of resources.

This vulnerability was named CVE-2021-47170. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.