USN-1392-1: Linux kernel (FSL-IMX51) vulnerability
Publication date
7 March 2012
Overview
The system could be made to crash or run programs as an administrator.
Releases
Packages
- linux-fsl-imx51 - Linux kernel for IMX51
Details
Ben Hutchings reported a flaw in the kernel's handling of corrupt LDM
partitions. A local user could exploit this to cause a denial of service or
escalate privileges.
Ben Hutchings reported a flaw in the kernel's handling of corrupt LDM
partitions. A local user could exploit this to cause a denial of service or
escalate privileges.
Update instructions
After a standard system update you need to reboot your computer to make all the necessary changes.
Learn more about how to get the fixes.The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following package versions:
| Ubuntu Release | Package Version | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.04 lucid | linux-image-2.6.31-612-imx51 – 2.6.31-612.33 | ||
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