util-linux: Multiple vulnerabilities Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in util-linux, the worst of which may lead to Denial of Service. util-linux 2014-05-18 2014-05-18 359759 450740 local 2.22.2 2.22.2

util-linux is a suite of Linux programs including mount and umount, programs used to mount and unmount filesystems.

Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in util-linux. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.

A local attacker may be able to cause a Denial of Service condition, trigger corruption of /etc/mtab, obtain sensitive information, or have other unspecified impact.

There is no known workaround at this time.

All util-linux users should upgrade to the latest version:

# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=sys-apps/util-linux-2.22.2" CVE-2011-1675 CVE-2011-1676 CVE-2011-1677 CVE-2013-0157 underling ackle