SB2010021503 - Security restrictions bypass in Linux kernel

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SB2010021503 - Security restrictions bypass in Linux kernel

Published: February 15, 2010

Security Bulletin ID SB2010021503
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Security restrictions bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2010-0291)

The vulnerability allows a local user to read and manipulate data.

The Linux kernel before 2.6.32.4 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (panic) by calling the (1) mmap or (2) mremap function, aka the 'do_mremap() mess' or 'mremap/mmap mess.'


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References