CVE-2020-8832: Ubuntu 18.04 Linux kernel i915 incomplete fix for CVE-2019-14615
Last updated 25 August 2025
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The fix for the Linux kernel in Ubuntu 18.04 LTS for CVE-2019-14615 ("The Linux kernel did not properly clear data structures on context switches for certain Intel graphics processors.") was discovered to be incomplete, meaning that in versions of the kernel before 4.15.0-91.92, an attacker could use this vulnerability to expose sensitive information.
— Launchpad
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Remediation
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.262-1Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.180-1Fixed in 6.12.94-1Fixed in 6.12.101-1Fixed in 7.1.8-1Fixed in 7.1.8-2 - Upgrade
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linux kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.15.0-91.92 - Upgrade
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Patch 1803fcbca2e444f7972430c4dc1c3e98c6ee1bc9 - Upgrade
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Patch 20ccd4d3f689ac14dce8632d76769be0ac952060 - Upgrade
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Patch ae6c4574782dbfebcbf1f7e3620bcaf58ceb69e3 - Upgrade
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Patch cc6a818ad6bdb0d3008314cbd0fc9c9a2cd02695 - Upgrade
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Patch d2b4b97933f5adacfba42dc3b9200d0e21fbe2c4 - Upgrade
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Patch d378a3efb819e6d1992127122d957337571b4594 - Upgrade
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Patch f4e15af7e21861445821d5f09922ef7e695269a1 - Upgrade
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Patch f58d13d5717938d4dfcc82a2eeba0a6d7644f6e5
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8832?
CVE-2020-8832 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel in Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.
How does CVE-2020-8832 impact Ubuntu 18.04 LTS?
CVE-2020-8832 allows an attacker to exploit an incomplete fix in the Linux kernel before version 4.15.0-91.92.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2020-8832?
Versions before 4.15.0-91.92 of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2020-8832.
How can I fix CVE-2020-8832 in Ubuntu 18.04 LTS?
To fix CVE-2020-8832 in Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, update the Linux kernel to version 4.15.0-91.92 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-8832?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-8832 on the Ubuntu website and the NetApp security advisory.