Advisory Published

USN-1598-1: Linux kernel vulnerability

First published: Tue Oct 09 2012(Updated: )

An error was discovered in the Linux kernel's network TUN/TAP device implementation. A local user with access to the TUN/TAP interface (which is not available to unprivileged users until granted by a root user) could exploit this flaw to crash the system or potential gain administrative privileges.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-itanium<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-powerpc<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-powerpc64-smp<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-sparc64<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-server<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-openvz<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-386<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-hppa32<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-lpiacompat<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-mckinley<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-lpia<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-xen<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-hppa64<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-powerpc-smp<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-generic<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-rt<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-virtual<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-2.6.24-32-sparc64-smp<2.6.24-32.105
2.6.24-32.105
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS=8.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of USN-1598-1?

    The severity of USN-1598-1 is considered high due to potential system crashes and unauthorized access risks.

  • How do I fix USN-1598-1?

    To fix USN-1598-1, update to the Linux kernel version 2.6.24-32.105 or later on affected Ubuntu 8.04 systems.

  • Who is affected by USN-1598-1?

    USN-1598-1 affects local users with access to the TUN/TAP interface on Ubuntu 8.04 systems utilizing specific kernel versions.

  • What are the implications of USN-1598-1?

    Exploitation of USN-1598-1 could lead to denial of service or potential privilege escalation for users with TUN/TAP access.

  • Is USN-1598-1 a remote vulnerability?

    No, USN-1598-1 is a local vulnerability that requires a local user to access the vulnerable TUN/TAP interface.

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