USN-1918-1: Linux kernel (OMAP4) vulnerability
Published Jul 29, 2013
·Updated
Kees Cook discovered a format string vulnerability in the Broadcom B43 wireless driver for the Linux kernel. A local user could exploit this flaw to gain administrative privileges.
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-3.5.0-229-omap4<3.5.0-229.42
3.5.0-229.42
Ubuntu Ubuntu=12.10
Event History
Jul 29, 2013
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-1918-1?
The severity of USN-1918-1 is considered high due to the risk of local users gaining administrative privileges.
2
How do I fix USN-1918-1?
To fix USN-1918-1, upgrade to the patched version of the linux-image-3.5.0-229-omap4 package.
3
What version of Ubuntu is affected by USN-1918-1?
Ubuntu versions that are affected by USN-1918-1 include 12.10 running linux-image-3.5.0-229-omap4.
4
What is the nature of the vulnerability in USN-1918-1?
USN-1918-1 addresses a format string vulnerability found in the Broadcom B43 wireless driver.
5
Who discovered the vulnerability addressed in USN-1918-1?
The format string vulnerability in USN-1918-1 was discovered by Kees Cook.