USN-7459-1: Linux kernel (Intel IoTG) vulnerabilities
Jann Horn discovered that the watchqueue event notification subsystem in the Linux kernel contained an out-of-bounds write vulnerability. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or escalate their privileges. (CVE-2022-0995) 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-7459-1?
USN-7459-1 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and privilege escalation.
How do I fix USN-7459-1?
To fix USN-7459-1, you should upgrade to the patched version of the Linux kernel as specified in the advisory for your Ubuntu version.
Who discovered the USN-7459-1 vulnerability?
The USN-7459-1 vulnerability was discovered by security researcher Jann Horn.
What type of vulnerability is USN-7459-1?
USN-7459-1 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability found in the watch_queue event notification subsystem of the Linux kernel.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting USN-7459-1?
Exploiting USN-7459-1 could lead to system crashes or unauthorized privilege escalation for local attackers.