Kernel Security Alert

[The Wolf]

Craig White wrote:
> 
> >
> > "J.L.Francois" wrote:
> > >
> > > Haven't seen this posted on the list yet:
> > >
> > > http://sendmail.net/?feed=000607linuxbug
> > >
> > > Be Afraid!
> > >
> > > Jean Francois Sends...
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> > Does this affect pople who do not allow services ouside??
> >
> > I am firewalling all ports for SYN packets.
> >
> > The Wolf
> > --
> Actually, my understanding is that this is a local exploit only...meaning
> that the firewall is not a factor.
> 
> Wouldn't blocking the return of all SYN packets prevent masquerading from
> working?
> 
> Craig
> 
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Not really.

I think only in ftp case it may be a factor.  But there is a workaround.


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