On Mon, 18 Nov 2002, Eldric wrote:

> Security Advisory - RHSA-2002:262-07
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
> Summary:
> New kernel fixes local denial of service issue
> The kernel in Red Hat Linux 7.1, 7.1K, 7.2, 7.3, and 8.0 are vulnerable to
> a local denial of service attack. Updated packages are available which
> address this vulnerability, as well as bugs in several drivers.

This brings up a question. Are the updated RH kernel packages simply 
patches that get applied to the existing kernel or are they complete 
kernels? If I should have to reinstall from a CD can I just install
the latest updated package or must I install each one in turn?

-- 
Bob Holtzman
"If you think you're getting free lunch,
 ......check the price of the beer!"