# CVE-2022-1678: linux: An issue was discovered in the Linux Kernel from 4.18 to 4.19, an improper update of sock reference in TCP pacing can...

CVE-2022-1678 is fixed in linux on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1678, released May 25, 2022. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-1678
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.5 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0294
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 25, 2022

## Description

An issue was discovered in the Linux Kernel from 4.18 to 4.19, an improper update of sock reference in TCP pacing can lead to memory/netns leak, which can be used by remote clients.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | linux Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 5.2.6-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1678](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-1678.md) | May 25, 2022 |
| Linux | linux Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 5.2.6-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1678](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-1678.md) | May 25, 2022 |
| Linux | linux Debian 14 | 5.2.6-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1678](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-1678.md) | May 25, 2022 |

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