USN-1562-1: Linux kernel (Natty backport) vulnerability
Published Sep 10, 2012
·Updated
Some errors where discovered in the Linux kernel's UDF file system, which is used to mount some CD-ROMs and DVDs. An unprivileged local user could use these flaws to crash the system.
Affected Software
8 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.38-15-generic<2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=10.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.38-15-virtual<2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=10.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.38-15-generic-pae<2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=10.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.38-15-server<2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
2.6.38-15.66~lucid1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=10.04
Event History
Sep 10, 2012
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-1562-1?
The severity of USN-1562-1 is high due to its potential to allow unprivileged local users to crash the system.
2
How do I fix USN-1562-1?
To fix USN-1562-1, you need to upgrade to the kernel version 2.6.38-15.66~lucid1 or later.
3
What vulnerabilities does USN-1562-1 address?
USN-1562-1 addresses errors in the UDF file system of the Linux kernel that could be exploited to crash the system.
4
Which Ubuntu version is affected by USN-1562-1?
USN-1562-1 affects Ubuntu version 10.04.
5
Can USN-1562-1 be exploited remotely?
No, USN-1562-1 cannot be exploited remotely, as it requires local access to the system.