CVE-2022-1678
kernel: improper update of sock reference in TCP pacing can lead to memory leak
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · May 20, 2022
Updated · July 3, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel. An incorrect update of the sock reference in TCP pacing can lead to a memory leak, wasting memory on the system.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options does not 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 · 7.5CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
CWE-911 · Improper Update of Reference Count