MDVA-2008:085 : initscripts

high Nessus Plugin ID 36352

Synopsis

The remote Mandriva host is missing one or more security-related patches.

Description

This initscripts update provides fixes for ppp connections, fixes for automatic configuration of ethernet interfaces, and support for 3G devices using the hso driver. The ppp connections can now cohabit with ethernet connections with their own routes, and the PIN code is automatically set up if configured (#40531).

Solution

Update the affected package(s).

See Also

http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVA-2008:085

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 36352

File Name: mandriva_MDVA-2008-085.nasl

Version: 1.11

Type: local

Published: 4/23/2009

Updated: 1/6/2021

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/o:mandriva:linux

Required KB Items: Host/Mandrake/release, Host/Mandrake/rpm-list

Patch Publication Date: 6/3/2008