OSVDB ID: 17545 Title: Linux Kernel on AMD64 Crafted syscall() Argument Local DoS |
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Linux Kernel on AMD64 contains a flaw that may allow a local denial of service on while in 32-bit compatibility mode. The issue is due to an error in fault.c and can cause the kernel to crash when handling specially crafted syscall() arguments, and will result in loss of availability for the platform. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Denial of Service Impact: Loss of Availability Exploit: Exploit Unknown Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Upgrade to version 2.6.8.1-16.20 (for Ubuntu 4.10) and 2.6.10-34.3 (for Ubuntu 5.04) 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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