USN-1572-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
Ben Hutchings reported a flaw in the Linux kernel with some network drivers that support TSO (TCP segment offload). A local or peer user could exploit this flaw to to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2012-3412) Jay Fenlason and Doug Ledford discovered a bug in the Linux kernel implementation of RDS sockets. A local unprivileged user could potentially use this flaw to read privileged information from the kernel. (CVE-2012-3430) A flaw was discovered in the madvise feature of the Linux kernel's memory subsystem. An unprivileged local use could exploit the flaw to cause a denial of service (crash the system). (CVE-2012-3511)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1572-1?
The severity of USN-1572-1 is rated as high due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix USN-1572-1?
To fix USN-1572-1, update the Linux kernel to version 2.6.32-43.97 or later.
Which operating systems are affected by USN-1572-1?
Ubuntu 10.04 is the affected operating system by USN-1572-1.
What is the cause of USN-1572-1?
USN-1572-1 is caused by a flaw in the Linux kernel related to the TSO feature in certain network drivers.
Is there a workaround for USN-1572-1?
Currently, there are no effective workarounds for USN-1572-1 other than applying the available security updates.