CVE-2021-46911

CVE-2021-46911 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ch_ktls: Fix kernel panic Taking page refcount is not ideal and causes kernel panic sometimes. It's better to take tx_ctx lock for the complete skb transmit, to avoid page cleanup if ACK received in middle.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-46911?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ch_ktls: Fix kernel panic Taking page refcount is not ideal and causes kernel panic sometimes. It's better to take tx_ctx lock for the complete skb transmit, to avoid page cleanup if ACK received in middle.
How severe is CVE-2021-46911?
CVE-2021-46911 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-46911 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-46911?
CVE-2021-46911 affects Linux Linux Kernel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-46911?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2021-46911 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2021-46911 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2021-33559.
When was CVE-2021-46911 published?
CVE-2021-46911 was published on 2024-02-27 and last updated on 2026-08-04.

References

Affected products (1)

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