USN-1976-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
An information leak was discovered in the handling of ICMPv6 Router Advertisement (RA) messages in the Linux kernel's IPv6 network stack. A remote attacker could exploit this flaw to cause a denial of service (excessive retries and address-generation outage), and consequently obtain sensitive information. (CVE-2013-0343) Kees Cook discovered flaw in the Human Interface Device (HID) subsystem of the Linux kernel. A physically proximate attacker could exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (heap memory corruption) via a specially crafted device that provides an invalid Report ID. (CVE-2013-2888) Kees Cook discovered a flaw in the Human Interface Device (HID) subsystem of the Linux kerenl when CONFIGHIDPANTHERLORD is enabled. A physically proximate attacker could cause a denial of service (heap out-of-bounds write) via a specially crafted device. (CVE-2013-2892)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1976-1?
The severity of USN-1976-1 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-1976-1?
To fix USN-1976-1, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 2.6.32-52.114 or later.
What systems are affected by USN-1976-1?
USN-1976-1 affects Ubuntu 10.04 systems running specific legacy kernel packages.
Can USN-1976-1 be exploited remotely?
Yes, a remote attacker can exploit USN-1976-1 through ICMPv6 Router Advertisement messages.
What is the impact of USN-1976-1?
The impact of USN-1976-1 includes potential denial of service and network instability.