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Gentoo update for util-linux
Secunia Advisory: SA16891
Release Date: 2005-09-21
Popularity: 5,273 views

Critical:
Not critical
Impact: Privilege escalation
Where: Local system
Solution Status: Vendor Patch

OS:Gentoo Linux 1.x

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Description:
Gentoo has issued an update for util-linux. This fixes a security issue, which potentially can be exploited by malicious, local users to gain escalated privileges.

For more information:
SA16785

Change Page:
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