REDHAT-BUG-862877
First published: Wed Oct 03 2012(Updated: )
Description of the problem: The uname() syscall since 3.0 with the UNAME26 personality leaks kernel stack memory contents. Acknowledgements: Red Hat would like to thank Kees Cook for reporting this issue.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Linux | >=3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-862877?
REDHAT-BUG-862877 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to leak sensitive kernel stack memory contents.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-862877?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-862877, you should update your Red Hat Linux Kernel to a version that contains the patch addressing this vulnerability.
What versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-862877?
REDHAT-BUG-862877 affects all Red Hat Linux Kernel versions from 3.0 onwards.
What could be the impact of exploiting REDHAT-BUG-862877?
Exploiting REDHAT-BUG-862877 may allow an attacker to access sensitive information stored in kernel stack memory.
Who reported REDHAT-BUG-862877?
REDHAT-BUG-862877 was reported by Kees Cook.
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