Vulnerability Description
drivers/net/ethernet/xilinx/ll_temac_main.c in the Linux kernel before 5.12.13 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and lockup) by sending heavy network traffic for about ten minutes.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.12.13 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.12.13Mailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/c364df2489b8ef2f5e3159b1dff1ff1fdb16040PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210902-0007/Third Party Advisory
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.12.13Mailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/c364df2489b8ef2f5e3159b1dff1ff1fdb16040PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210902-0007/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-38207?
CVE-2021-38207 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). drivers/net/ethernet/xilinx/ll_temac_main.c in the Linux kernel before 5.12.13 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and lockup) by sending heavy network traffic for ab...
How severe is CVE-2021-38207?
CVE-2021-38207 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-38207?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.