SB2017060708 - Ubuntu update for Linux kernel (HWE)
Published: June 7, 2017
Security Bulletin ID
SB2017060708
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Privilege escalation (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-0605)
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges.The weakness exists due to a flaw in the kernel trace subsystem. A local attacker can run a specially crafted application and execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.