USN-1975-1: Linux kernel (OMAP4) 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 failure to validate block numbers was discovered in the Linux kernel's implementation of the XFS filesystem. A local user can cause a denial of service (system crash) if they can mount, or cause to be mounted a corrupted or special crafted XFS filesystem. (CVE-2013-1819)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1975-1?
USN-1975-1 has a critical severity as it allows local users to gain elevated privileges or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix USN-1975-1?
To fix USN-1975-1, you should update your Linux kernel to version 3.5.0-233.49 or later on affected Ubuntu systems.
Which systems are affected by USN-1975-1?
USN-1975-1 affects ARM platforms running Ubuntu 13.04 with the linux-image-3.5.0-233-omap4 package.
What type of vulnerability is USN-1975-1?
USN-1975-1 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability found in the Linux kernel's perf subsystem.
Who discovered the vulnerability USN-1975-1?
The vulnerability USN-1975-1 was discovered by Vince Weaver.