CVE-2021-47322
kernel: NFSv4: Fix an Oops in pnfs_mark_request_commit() when doing O_DIRECT
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · May 21, 2024
Updated · November 21, 2025
Description
A vulnerability was found in the pnfs_mark_request_commit() function in the Linux kernel's NFSv4 module. This issue can occur when attempting to reschedule write operations after a failed pNFS attempt, leading to a system crash or "Oops" condition.
Statement
This vulnerability is rated as a moderate severity because it does not compromise sensitive data or user access, but it can disrupt system stability and cause a crash.
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
Red Hat has investigated whether a possible mitigation exists for this issue, and has not been able to identify a practical example. Please update the affected package as soon as possible.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 5.5CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
CWE-617 · Reachable Assertion