RHBA-2018:0042: dracut bug fix update
The dracut packages contain an event-driven initial RAM file system (initramfs) generator infrastructure based on the udev device manager. The virtual file system, initramfs, is loaded together with the kernel at boot time and initializes the system, so it can read and boot from the root partition.This update fixes the following bug: Microcode on AMD family 16h processors was not updated early in the boot process. With this bug fix, the issue is addressed. (BZ#1526943) Users of dracut are advised to upgrade to these updated packages, which fix this bug.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHBA-2018:0042?
The severity of RHBA-2018:0042 is classified as moderate.
How do I fix RHBA-2018:0042?
To fix RHBA-2018:0042, update the affected dracut packages to the version 033-502.el7_4.1 or later.
Which packages are affected by RHBA-2018:0042?
The affected packages include dracut, dracut-caps, dracut-config-generic, dracut-config-rescue, dracut-debuginfo, dracut-fips, dracut-fips-aesni, dracut-network, and dracut-tools.
What systems are impacted by RHBA-2018:0042?
RHBA-2018:0042 impacts Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 systems that use the affected dracut packages.
Is it safe to ignore RHBA-2018:0042?
It is not recommended to ignore RHBA-2018:0042 as it can affect system functionality and security.