USN-1380-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
A flaw was discovered in the TOMOYO LSM's handling of mount system calls. An unprivileged user could oops the system causing a denial of service. (CVE-2011-2518) A bug was discovered in the Linux kernel's calculation of OOM (Out of memory) scores, that would result in the wrong process being killed. A user could use this to kill the process with the highest OOM score, even if that process belongs to another user or the system. (CVE-2011-4097) A flaw was found in the linux kernels IPv4 IGMP query processing. A remote attacker could exploit this to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2012-0207)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1380-1?
The severity of USN-1380-1 is considered to be high due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix USN-1380-1?
To fix USN-1380-1, you should upgrade your Linux kernel to version 2.6.38-13.56 or later.
What systems are affected by USN-1380-1?
USN-1380-1 affects Ubuntu 11.04 systems using specific kernel packages.
Can an unprivileged user exploit USN-1380-1?
Yes, an unprivileged user can exploit USN-1380-1, leading to system crashes.
What components are impacted by USN-1380-1?
USN-1380-1 impacts the TOMOYO LSM's handling of mount system calls in the Linux kernel.