Contributed by Dengue on from the proactive-security dept.
The USER_LDT kernel option allows an attacker to gain access to privledged area's of kernel memory. This option is not on by default.Patch 023 has been released. To quote errata.html :
Insufficient checks in the IPSEC AH IPv4 option handling code can lead to a buffer overrun leading to a remote DoS. This option is not on by default.Information on patching your systems is in the FAQ .
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By Niekze () niekze@nothingkillsfaster.com on http://www.nothingkillsfaster.com
By Niekze () niekze@nothingkillsfaster.com on http://www.nothingkillsfaster.com