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Posted on 12 October 2011
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TITLE:
Ubuntu update for linux
SECUNIA ADVISORY ID:
SA46355
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RELEASE DATE:
2011-10-12
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DESCRIPTION:
Ubuntu has issued an update for linux. This fixes a weakness and
multiple vulnerabilities, which can be exploited by malicious, local
users to cause a DoS (Denial of Service) and potentially gain
escalated privileges and by malicious people to cause a DoS and
potentially compromise a vulnerable system.
For more information:
SA44754
SA45420
SA45533
SA45695
SA46251
SOLUTION:
Apply updated packages.
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ORIGINAL ADVISORY:
USN-1227-1:
https://lists.ubuntu.com/archives/ubuntu-security-announce/2011-October/001442.html
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