USN-1974-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
Vince Weaver discovered a flaw in the perf subsystem of the Linux kernel on ARM platforms. A local user could exploit this flaw to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system crash). (CVE-2013-4254) A memory leak was discovered in the user namespace facility of the Linux kernel. A local user could cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via the CLONENEWUSER unshare call. (CVE-2013-4205)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1974-1?
USN-1974-1 is considered a high severity vulnerability as it allows a local user to gain elevated privileges or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix USN-1974-1?
To fix USN-1974-1, ensure that your system is updated to the patched version of linux-image-3.8.0-31-generic.
Which systems are affected by USN-1974-1?
USN-1974-1 affects Ubuntu 13.04 systems running the linux-image-3.8.0-31-generic package.
What versions of Ubuntu are impacted by USN-1974-1?
Only Ubuntu 13.04 systems are impacted by the vulnerabilities outlined in USN-1974-1.
Who discovered the vulnerabilities mentioned in USN-1974-1?
Vince Weaver is credited with discovering the vulnerabilities related to USN-1974-1 in the Linux kernel's perf subsystem.