USN-6648-2: Linux kernel (Azure) vulnerabilities
It was discovered that a race condition existed in the AppleTalk networking subsystem of the Linux kernel, leading to a use-after-free vulnerability. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2023-51781) Zhenghan Wang discovered that the generic ID allocator implementation in the Linux kernel did not properly check for null bitmap when releasing IDs. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash). (CVE-2023-6915) Robert Morris discovered that the CIFS network file system implementation in the Linux kernel did not properly validate certain server commands fields, leading to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. An attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or possibly expose sensitive information. (CVE-2024-0565) Jann Horn discovered that the TLS subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly handle spliced messages, leading to an out-of-bounds write vulnerability. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2024-0646)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6648-2?
The severity of USN-6648-2 is high, indicating a significant risk of denial of service or possible arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix USN-6648-2?
To fix USN-6648-2, update to the latest recommended kernel versions for your Ubuntu system.
What causes the USN-6648-2 vulnerability?
The USN-6648-2 vulnerability is caused by a race condition in the AppleTalk networking subsystem of the Linux kernel.
Is the USN-6648-2 vulnerability exploitable by remote attackers?
No, the USN-6648-2 vulnerability requires local access to exploit it.
Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6648-2?
USN-6648-2 affects Ubuntu versions 18.04 and 20.04 using specific kernel packages.