SB2022010635 - Ubuntu update for linux 



SB2022010635 - Ubuntu update for linux

Published: January 6, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022010635
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Memory leak (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-4002)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due memory leak in the Linux kernel's hugetlbfs memory usage. A local user can force the application to leak memory and gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.