USN-5015-1: Linux kernel (OEM) vulnerabilities
It was discovered that the virtual file system implementation in the Linux kernel contained an unsigned to signed integer conversion error. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2021-33909) Michael Brown discovered that the Xen netback driver in the Linux kernel did not properly handle malformed packets from a network PV frontend, leading to a use-after-free vulnerability. An attacker in a guest VM could use this to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2021-28691) It was discovered that the bluetooth subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly handle HCI device initialization failure, leading to a double-free vulnerability. An attacker could use this to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2021-3564) It was discovered that the bluetooth subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly handle HCI device detach events, leading to a use-after-free vulnerability. An attacker could use this to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2021-3573) It was discovered that the NFC implementation in the Linux kernel did not properly handle failed connect events leading to a NULL pointer dereference. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2021-3587)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-5015-1?
The severity of USN-5015-1 is high.
How can a local attacker exploit CVE-2021-33909?
A local attacker can exploit CVE-2021-33909 by using an unsigned to signed integer conversion error to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.
What is the affected software for USN-5015-1?
The affected software for USN-5015-1 is Ubuntu Ubuntu 20.04 with the Linux kernel versions 5.10.0.1038.40 and 5.10.0-1038.40.
How do I fix USN-5015-1?
To fix USN-5015-1, update the Linux kernel to version 5.10.0.1038.40.
Where can I find more information about USN-5015-1?
You can find more information about USN-5015-1 on the Ubuntu Security website.