A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.23/5.16.9. Affected is the function rpc_sysfs_xprt_kobj_get_xprt of the component SUNRPC. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2021-47624. Access to the local network is required for this attack. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.