🛡️ CVE-2021-34866
Description
In check_map_func_compatibility of verifier.c, there is a possible way to escalate privileges due to type confusion. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with System execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Affected software
CVE-2021-34866 is recorded against 1 package.
- :linux-kernel: (from :0 up to :2022-04-05)
Timeline and source
Published on 1 April 2022 and last revised on 11 August 2026. No public exploit is currently recorded for this entry. A vendor advisory or fix has been published. Record sourced from OSV.
References
CVE-2021-34866 on other distributions
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Details
Affected Packages
| Software | From version | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| :linux-kernel: | :0 | :2022-04-05 |
References
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