Advisory Published
Updated

REDHAT-BUG-1291329

First published: Mon Dec 14 2015(Updated: )

A security issue was fixed in kernel 4.4-rc4 resolving the bypassing of filesystem permission checks in overlayfs during the initial copy_up. Upstream patch: <a href="https://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=acff81ec2c79492b180fade3c2894425cd35a545">https://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=acff81ec2c79492b180fade3c2894425cd35a545</a>

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1291329?

    The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1291329 is classified as important due to the potential for unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1291329?

    To fix REDHAT-BUG-1291329, update the kernel to a version that includes the upstream patch addressing the vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1291329?

    The systems affected by REDHAT-BUG-1291329 include those running the vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-1291329?

    The nature of the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-1291329 involves bypassing filesystem permission checks in overlayfs during initial copy_up.

  • Is there a CVE associated with REDHAT-BUG-1291329?

    Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1291329 is associated with the CVE identifier CVE-2015-8660.

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