Linux Kernel SYS_GET_THREAD_AREA Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Linux Kernel SYS_GET_THREAD_AREA Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Linux Kernel is prone to an information-disclosure vulnerability.

Reports indicate that the 'sys_get_thread_area()' function may disclose sensitive information to a user process.

Kernel versions prior to 2.6.12.4 and 2.6.13 are affected.