A use-after-free flaw was found in rwsem_can_spin_on_owner in the kernel/locking/rwsem.c function in the Linux kernel’s synchronization mechanism. This flaw allows a local attacker with root privileges to cause a denial of service. This vulnerability could also lead to a kernel information leak issue.
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options don't meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.