USN-1432-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
A flaw was found in the Linux's kernels ext4 file system when mounted with a journal. A local, unprivileged user could exploit this flaw to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2011-4086) A flaw was discovered in the Linux kernel's cifs file system. An unprivileged local user could exploit this flaw to crash the system leading to a denial of service. (CVE-2012-1090) A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's ext4 file system when mounting a corrupt filesystem. A user-assisted remote attacker could exploit this flaw to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2012-2100) Tetsuo Handa reported a flaw in the OOM (out of memory) killer of the Linux kernel. A local unprivileged user can exploit this flaw to cause system unstability and denial of services. (CVE-2012-4398)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1432-1?
The severity of USN-1432-1 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability affecting Linux's ext4 file system.
How do I fix USN-1432-1?
To fix USN-1432-1, update your Ubuntu system to the linux-image packages version 2.6.38-15.59 or later.
Which systems are affected by USN-1432-1?
USN-1432-1 affects Ubuntu version 11.04 with specific linux-image packages prior to version 2.6.38-15.59.
What type of vulnerability is USN-1432-1?
USN-1432-1 is a local denial of service vulnerability that can be exploited by unprivileged users.
Is USN-1432-1 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, USN-1432-1 addresses issues tracked under CVE-2011-4086 and several other CVEs.