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- USN-1825-1
USN-1825-1: Linux kernel vulnerability
First published: Thu May 16 2013(Updated: )
An flaw was discovered in the Linux kernel's perf_events interface. A local user could exploit this flaw to escalate privileges on the system.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-powerpc64-smp | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-powerpc-smp | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-generic-pae | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-virtual | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-highbank | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-omap | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-43-generic | <3.2.0-43.68 | 3.2.0-43.68 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2013-2094
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1839-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1836-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1828-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1826-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1838-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1849-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1827-1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/linux/3.2.0-43.68
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1825-1 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1825-1?
The severity of USN-1825-1 is considered to be high due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix USN-1825-1?
To fix USN-1825-1, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 3.2.0-43.68 or later.
Which systems are affected by USN-1825-1?
USN-1825-1 affects Ubuntu 12.04 systems using the Linux kernel versions prior to 3.2.0-43.68.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in USN-1825-1?
The vulnerability in USN-1825-1 is related to the Linux kernel's perf_events interface, allowing local users to escalate privileges.
Is there a workaround for USN-1825-1 until I can update?
There is no official workaround for USN-1825-1; updating to the fixed kernel version is recommended.
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