Scientific Linux Security Update : kernel on SL5.x i386/x86_64
high Nessus Plugin ID 60859
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Synopsis
The remote Scientific Linux host is missing one or more security updates.Description
This update fixes the following security issue :- The compat_alloc_user_space() function in the Linux kernel 32/64-bit compatibility layer implementation was missing sanity checks. This function could be abused in other areas of the Linux kernel if its length argument can be controlled from user-space. On 64-bit systems, a local, unprivileged user could use this flaw to escalate their privileges. (CVE-2010-3081, Important)
The system must be rebooted for this update to take effect.
Solution
Update the affected packages.See Also
Plugin Details
Severity: High
ID: 60859
File Name: sl_20100921_kernel_on_SL5_x.nasl
Version: 1.14
Type: local
Agent: unix
Published: 8/1/2012
Updated: 1/14/2021
Dependencies: ssh_get_info.nasl
Risk Information
VPR
Risk Factor: Critical
Score: 9.6
CVSS v2
Risk Factor: High
Base Score: 7.2
Vector: AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Vulnerability Information
CPE: x-cpe:/o:fermilab:scientific_linux
Required KB Items: Host/local_checks_enabled, Host/cpu, Host/RedHat/release, Host/RedHat/rpm-list
Exploit Available: true
Exploit Ease: Exploits are available
Patch Publication Date: 9/21/2010
Exploitable With
Core Impact
Reference Information
CVE: CVE-2010-3081