CVE-2021-39713
kernel: race condition in the network scheduling subsystem could lead to an use-after-free
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · March 7, 2022
Updated · February 19, 2026
Description
A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s network scheduling subsystem due to a race condition. This flaw allows a local user to cause a denial of service (memory corruption or crash) or privilege escalation.
Statement
This issue affected Linux kernel versions as shipped with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and earlier.
CVSS score applicability
The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.
Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options don't meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 7CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE-821 · Incorrect Synchronization