GLSA 201405-15: util-linux: Multiple vulnerabilities
Severity: | normal |
Title: | util-linux: Multiple vulnerabilities |
Date: | 05/18/2014 |
Bugs: |
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ID: | 201405-15 |
Synopsis
Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in util-linux, the worst of which may lead to Denial of Service.Background
util-linux is a suite of Linux programs including mount and umount, programs used to mount and unmount filesystems.
Affected packages
Package | Vulnerable | Unaffected | Architecture(s) |
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sys-apps/util-linux | < 2.22.2 | >= 2.22.2 | All supported architectures |
Description
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in util-linux. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.
Impact
A local attacker may be able to cause a Denial of Service condition, trigger corruption of /etc/mtab, obtain sensitive information, or have other unspecified impact.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
Resolution
All util-linux users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=sys-apps/util-linux-2.22.2"
References
Availability
This GLSA and any updates to it are available for viewing at the Gentoo Security Website:
Concerns?
Security is a primary focus of Gentoo Linux and ensuring the confidentiality and security of our users machines is of utmost importance to us. Any security concerns should be addressed to security@gentoo.org or alternatively, you may file a bug at https://bugs.gentoo.org.
License
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