Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Linux kernel 2.6 tmpfs flaw that could let a local user crash the machine. The business impact is availability loss, not data theft, based on the provided sources. It matters mainly for legacy Linux systems where untrusted users or workloads can run locally. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux 2.6 systems using tmpfs, especially shared servers, old appliances, or hosts allowing untrusted local users. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete. Treat as targeted legacy-risk work. Prioritize shared or business-critical Linux 2.6 systems, because successful abuse can crash the host but requires local access. Mitigation focus: Apply relevant vendor kernel updates from Red Hat, Ubuntu, Fedora, or equivalent distribution guidance.; Identify and retire or isolate remaining Linux 2.6 systems.; Restrict local shell or workload access on legacy hosts until patched..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:10400CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- USN-103-1CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_UBUNTU
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