USN-1575-1: Linux kernel (Oneiric backport) 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)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1575-1?
The severity of USN-1575-1 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix USN-1575-1?
To fix USN-1575-1, update to the linux-image package version 3.0.0-26.42~lucid1 or later.
Which systems are affected by USN-1575-1?
USN-1575-1 affects Ubuntu 10.04 systems running the Linux kernel with certain network drivers.
What type of vulnerability is identified in USN-1575-1?
USN-1575-1 identifies a flaw that could allow local or peer users to cause a denial of service.
Who reported the vulnerability in USN-1575-1?
USN-1575-1 was reported by Ben Hutchings, along with contributions from Jay Fenlason and Doug Ledford.