Advisory Published

USN-1486-1: Linux kernel vulnerability

First published: Fri Jun 29 2012(Updated: )

A flaw was discovered in the Linux kernel's NFSv4 (Network file system) handling of ACLs (access control lists). A remote NFS server (attacker) could cause a denial of service (OOPS).

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-omap<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-generic<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-powerpc-smp<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-powerpc64-smp<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-virtual<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-generic-pae<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-26-highbank<3.2.0-26.41
3.2.0-26.41
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=12.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of USN-1486-1?

    The severity of USN-1486-1 is classified as high due to the potential for denial of service.

  • How do I fix USN-1486-1?

    To fix USN-1486-1, upgrade your kernel to version 3.2.0-26.41 or later for Ubuntu 12.04.

  • What systems are affected by USN-1486-1?

    USN-1486-1 affects various Ubuntu 12.04 systems running specific versions of the Linux kernel.

  • Can USN-1486-1 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, USN-1486-1 can be exploited remotely through a malicious NFS server that can cause a denial of service.

  • What is the impact of USN-1486-1?

    The impact of USN-1486-1 is that it can lead to a system crash or denial of service, interrupting service availability.

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