USN-7173-3: Linux kernel (Raspberry Pi) vulnerabilities
Ziming Zhang discovered that the DRM driver for VMware Virtual GPU did not properly handle certain error conditions, leading to a NULL pointer dereference. A local attacker could possibly trigger this vulnerability to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2022-38096) 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-7173-3?
The severity of USN-7173-3 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-7173-3?
To fix USN-7173-3, upgrade to the Linux image versions 5.4.0-1121.133~18.04.1 or 5.4.0.1121.133~18.04.1.
Which systems are affected by USN-7173-3?
USN-7173-3 affects Ubuntu 18.04 with specific versions of the Linux image packages.
What causes the vulnerability USN-7173-3?
The vulnerability USN-7173-3 is caused by the DRM driver for VMware Virtual GPU not handling certain error conditions effectively.
Can USN-7173-3 be exploited remotely?
No, USN-7173-3 requires local attacker access to trigger the vulnerability.