USN-2181-1: Linux kernel (OMAP4) vulnerabilities
A flaw was discovered in the Kernel Virtual Machine (KVM) subsystem of the Linux kernel. A guest OS user could exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code on the host OS. (CVE-2014-0049) Al Viro discovered an error in how CIFS in the Linux kernel handles uncached write operations. An unprivileged local user could exploit this flaw to cause a denial of service (system crash), obtain sensitive information from kernel memory, or possibly gain privileges. (CVE-2014-0069)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-2181-1?
USN-2181-1 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for executing arbitrary code on the host OS.
How do I fix USN-2181-1?
To resolve USN-2181-1, update to the recommended linux-image-3.5.0-241-omap4 version 3.5.0-241.57.
What systems are affected by USN-2181-1?
USN-2181-1 affects Ubuntu 13.10 systems running specific versions of the Linux kernel.
What type of vulnerability is USN-2181-1?
USN-2181-1 is a code execution vulnerability in the Kernel Virtual Machine (KVM) subsystem.
Can USN-2181-1 impact virtualized environments?
Yes, USN-2181-1 can significantly impact virtualized environments by allowing guest OS users to execute code on the host.