CVE-2022-48801 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.23/5.16.9 File Descriptor put_unused_fd file descriptor consumption (b7f54894aa75/202071d25185/c72ea2050361 / WID-SEC-2024-1625)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.23/5.16.9. It has been classified as critical. This issue affects the function put_unused_fd of the component File Descriptor Handler. Performing a manipulation results in uncontrolled file descriptor consumption. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2022-48801. Access to the local network is required for this attack. No exploit is available. Upgrading the affected component is recommended.