Linux · Linux Kernel · CVE-2022-2959
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Linux Kernel (affected versions not specified)
**Description**
A race condition was found in the Linux kernel's watch queue due to a missing lock in `pipe resize ring()`. The specific flaw exists within the handling of pipe buffers. The issue results from the lack of proper locking when performing operations on an object. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system or escalate their privileges on the system.
**Recommendations**
At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.