Ubuntu has issued an update for the kernel. This fixes some security issues and vulnerabilities, which can be exploited by malicious, local users to cause a DoS (Denial of Service), bypass certain security restrictions, or gain escalated privileges.
Be sure to check if your system is missing security updates or have insecure applications installed:
http://secunia.com/software_inspector/
Feature Overview - The Secunia Software Inspector:
Detects insecure versions of applications installed
Verifies that all Microsoft patches are applied
Assists you in updating your system and applications
Runs through your browser. No installation or download is required.
Posted at http://secunia.com/advisories/26643/
Be sure to check if your system is missing security updates or have insecure applications installed:
http://secunia.com/software_inspector/
Feature Overview - The Secunia Software Inspector:
Detects insecure versions of applications installed
Verifies that all Microsoft patches are applied
Assists you in updating your system and applications
Runs through your browser. No installation or download is required.
Posted at http://secunia.com/advisories/26643/