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- USN-1992-1
USN-1992-1: Linux kernel vulnerability
First published: Tue Oct 22 2013(Updated: )
An information leak was discovered in the Linux kernel when reading broadcast messages from the notify_policy interface of the IPSec key_socket. A local user could exploit this flaw to examine potentially sensitive information in kernel memory.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-generic-pae | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-powerpc64-smp | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-highbank | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-virtual | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-generic | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-powerpc-smp | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/linux-image-3.2.0-55-omap | <3.2.0-55.85 | 3.2.0-55.85 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS | =12.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2013-2237
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1912-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1973-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1913-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1993-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1970-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1998-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1995-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1972-1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/linux/3.2.0-55.85
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-1992-1 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-1992-1?
The severity of USN-1992-1 is categorized as high due to the potential information leak that can expose sensitive kernel memory.
How do I fix USN-1992-1?
To fix USN-1992-1, upgrade to the recommended package version 3.2.0-55.85 or later.
Which versions of Linux are affected by USN-1992-1?
USN-1992-1 affects Ubuntu 12.04 specifically with the Linux kernel versions prior to 3.2.0-55.85.
Can a remote attacker exploit USN-1992-1?
No, USN-1992-1 can only be exploited by local users with access to the system.
What kind of information can be leaked due to USN-1992-1?
USN-1992-1 could potentially leak sensitive information from kernel memory which may include user data.
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