CVE-2011-2493
First published: Wed Jun 13 2012(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/linux-2.6 | ||
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc7 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc6 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc4 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.3 | |
| Linux kernel | <=2.6.38.8 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc3 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc5 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc2 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.6 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.1 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc1 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.5 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.2 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38-rc8 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.4 | |
| Linux kernel | =2.6.38.7 | |
| Linux Kernel | <=2.6.38.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc7 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38-rc8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =2.6.38.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/0449641130f5652b344ef6fa39fa019d7e94660a
- http://ftp.osuosl.org/pub/linux/kernel/v2.6/ChangeLog-2.6.39
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/06/24/4
- http://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=0449641130f5652b344ef6fa39fa019d7e94660a
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2011-2493
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2011-2493
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2011-2493
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2011-2493
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2011-2493
Frequently Asked Questions
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2011-2493 present in the Linux kernel?
CVE-2011-2493 allows local users to cause a denial of service by exploiting improper initialization in the ext4_fill_super function.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2011-2493?
Linux kernel versions before 2.6.39, specifically including 2.6.38 and its release candidates, are affected by CVE-2011-2493.
How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2011-2493?
To mitigate CVE-2011-2493, update your Linux kernel to version 2.6.39 or later.
Is local access required to exploit CVE-2011-2493?
Yes, a local user is required to exploit CVE-2011-2493 and cause a denial of service.
What impact does CVE-2011-2493 have on system stability?
CVE-2011-2493 can lead to system instability, resulting in OOPS messages and potential crashes when mounting a crafted ext4 filesystem.
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