# MA-562.012016: MyCERT Advisory - Linux Kernel Vulnerability

**Date:** 21 Jan 2016  
**Source:** https://www.mycert.org.my/portal/advisory?id=MA-562.012016  
**Advisory ID:** MA-562.012016

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**1.0 Introduction**
MyCERT is aware of a Linux kernel vulnerability affecting Linux PCs and servers and Android-based devices.
**2.0 Impact**
Exploitation of these vulnerabilities could potentially allow a remote attacker to take control of the affected system.
**3.0 Affected Product**
- Linux PCs, servers and Android-based devices
**4.0 Recommendation**
We encourage users and administrators to review the Redhat Security blog and Debian Security Bug. Users and administrators are advised to apply the necessary patches.
Redhat Security Blog:
<https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2016-0728>
Debian Security Bug:
<https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2016-0728>
Generally, MyCERT advises the users of this software to be updated with the latest security announcements by the vendors and follow best practice security policies to determine which updates should be applied.
For further enquiries, please contact MyCERT through the following channels:
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**5.0 References**
- <https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2016/01/19/Linux-Kernel-Vulnerability>