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Last Modified |
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Description |
The Linux Kernel contains a flaw that may allow a local denial of service. The issue is triggered when control is returned using SYSRET. The way Intel EM64T handles exceptions with uncanonical addresses might cause a Denial of Service, and 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 Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
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Technical |
The issue is only present on Intel EM64T CPUs.
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Solution |
Upgrade to version 2.6.16.5 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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2.6.16.4 |
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Credit |
- Ernie Petrides -
- Asit B. Mallick -
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