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Linux Kernel Hyper-Threading Support Information Disclosure
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Secunia Advisory:
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SA15457
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Release Date:
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2005-05-23
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Popularity:
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8,636 views
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Critical:
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Less critical
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Impact:
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Exposure of sensitive information
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Where:
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Local system
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Solution Status:
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Vendor Workaround
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| OS: | Linux Kernel 2.6.x
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| CVE reference: | CVE-2005-0109
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Description:
A vulnerability has been reported in the Linux Kernel, which can be exploited by malicious, local users to gain knowledge of sensitive information.
For more information:
SA15348
Solution:
Disable Hyper-Threading Technology support.
Provided and/or discovered by:
Colin Percival
Other References:
SA15348:
http://secunia.com/advisories/15348/
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