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Description |
The Linux kernel contains a flaw that may allow a local denial of service. The issue is triggered in the kernel's key retention facility. When an attempt is made to add a key to a keyring that is not actually a keyring structure, the '__keyring_search_one()' function fails to detect that issue and kernel 'oops' occurs, which will result in loss of availability for the platform.
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Classification |
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Denial of Service
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Available
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
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Solution |
Upgrade to version 2.6.16.3 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
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Kernel
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2.6.16.2 |
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Credit |
- David Howells - dhowells
 redhat.com - RedHat
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