Linux Security Fix

There is a Linux kernel security fix that should be installed on your Linux computers. Although the problem is esoteric and will not likely be an issue for most users, the kernel patch should be installed so that it can be activated on the next reboot.

IN the meantime, there is a simple configuration patch that can be made to the running kernel that will block the problem from being a security vulnerability. Note that the ability to make this type of configuration change to the Linux kernel while it is running is one important reason why Linux provides better security, flexibility and uptime than Windows.

If you are a customer of Millennium Technology Consulting LLC I have already made this kernel configuration change or verified that the kernel configuration is already set in such a way so that your system is not vulnerable. I have also sent you a notification that security updates are available.

If you are not a customer of Millennium Technology Consulting LLC and do not have a person on staff who can perform the update or install the temporary kernel modification, or at least verify that your kernel is configured so that it is secure, please contact us and I will be happy to help.

Read about the problem in IT World if you want more details: http://www.itworld.com/security/83917/an-important-linux-fix

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