CVE-2021-47059
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2021-47059 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: crypto: sun8i-ss - fix result memory leak on error path This patch fixes a memory leak on an error path.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: crypto: sun8i-ss - fix result memory leak on error path This patch fixes a memory leak on an error path.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.10, < 5.10.37 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.11, < 5.11.21 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.12, < 5.12.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-47059?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
crypto: sun8i-ss - fix result memory leak on error path
This patch fixes a memory leak on an error path.
How severe is CVE-2021-47059?
CVE-2021-47059 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-47059?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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