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USN-5539-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities

2022-07-29 KENNETH 0

USN-5539-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities It was discovered that the implementation of the 6pack and mkiss protocols in the Linux kernel did not handle detach events properly in some situations, leading to a use-after-free vulnerability. A local attacker could possibly use this to cause a denial of service (system crash). (CVE-2022-1195) Duoming Zhou discovered that the AX.25 amateur radio protocol implementation in the Linux kernel did not handle detach events properly in some situations. A local attacker could possibly use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2022-1199) Duoming Zhou discovered race conditions in the AX.25 amateur radio protocol implementation in the Linux kernel during device detach operations. A local attacker could possibly use this to cause a denial of service (system crash). (CVE-2022-1204) Duoming Zhou discovered race conditions in the AX.25 amateur radio protocol [ more… ]

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Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.317 to the Release Preview Channel

2022-07-29 KENNETH 0

Releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.317 to the Release Preview Channel Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 11 Build 22621.317 (KB5015885) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel on Windows 11, version 22H2.   This update includes the following improvements: We fixed an issue that prevents troubleshooters from opening. We fixed an issue that might increase the latency of games when vertical sync (VSync or v-sync) is in use. We fixed an issue that affects the ProjectionManager.StartProjectingAsync API and prevents certain locales from connecting to Miracast Sinks. We fixed an issue that causes the Smart App Control to block catalog-signed files. We fixed an issue that causes the Take a Test app to remove all policies related to lockdown enforcement when you close the app. We fixed an issue that might highly distort photos you take using the Camera app. [ more… ]

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USN-5537-2: MySQL vulnerability

2022-07-29 KENNETH 0

USN-5537-2: MySQL vulnerability USN-5537-1 fixed a vulnerability in MySQL. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 16.04 ESM. Original advisory details: Multiple security issues were discovered in MySQL and this update includes new upstream MySQL versions to fix these issues. MySQL has been updated to 5.7.39 in Ubuntu 16.04 ESM. In addition to security fixes, the updated packages contain bug fixes, new features, and possibly incompatible changes. Please see the following for more information: https://dev.mysql.com/doc/relnotes/mysql/5.7/en/news-5-7-39.html https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2022.html Source: USN-5537-2: MySQL vulnerability

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.440 and 22622.440

2022-07-29 KENNETH 0

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.440 and 22622.440 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22621.440 and Build 22622.440 (KB5015890) to the Beta Channel. Build 22622.440 = New features rolling out. Build 22621.440 = New features off by default. As a reminder, Insiders who landed in the group with new features turned off by default (Build 22621.xxxx) can check for updates and choose to install the update that will have features rolling out (Build 22622.xxx). What’s new in Build 22622.440 Taskbar Overflow We’re reintroducing taskbar overflow, with a newly designed experience for Windows 11. This taskbar experience has been thoughtfully crafted to offer you a more productive switching and launching experience when space is constrained. Your taskbar will automatically transition into this new overflow state when it has hit its maximum capacity. In this [ more… ]

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Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25169

2022-07-29 KENNETH 0

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25169 Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25169 to the Dev Channel. TL;DR This build includes a lockdown feature for IT administrators and some improvements including a brand-new Windows Spotlight theme. As always, this build also includes a good set of fixes. What’s new Multi-App Kiosk Mode Multi-app kiosk mode is a lockdown feature for Windows 11 that allows an IT administrator to select a set of allowable apps to run on the device, while all other functionalities are blocked. This enables you to create multiple different apps and access configurations for different user types, all on a single device. Some lockdown customizations include: Limiting access to Settings, except selected pages (e.g., Wi-Fi and screen brightness) Lock down the Start menu to show only allowed apps. Block toasts and [ more… ]