USN-6707-3: Linux kernel (AWS) vulnerabilities
Lonial Con discovered that the netfilter subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly handle element deactivation in certain cases, 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-2024-1085) Notselwyn discovered that the netfilter subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly handle verdict parameters in certain cases, 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-2024-1086) Several security issues were discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use these to compromise the system. This update corrects flaws in the following subsystems:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6707-3?
The severity of USN-6707-3 is significant due to a use-after-free vulnerability that can lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix USN-6707-3?
To fix USN-6707-3, update to the remedied versions of the affected packages provided in the advisory.
What versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6707-3?
USN-6707-3 affects Ubuntu versions 22.04 and 23.10 that are running specific kernel packages.
Can a remote attacker exploit USN-6707-3?
No, USN-6707-3 is a local vulnerability that requires local user access for exploitation.
What type of attack can be executed due to USN-6707-3?
USN-6707-3 can be exploited to cause a denial of service, resulting in a system crash.