RHSA-2019:2867: Important: kernel security update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> A buffer overflow flaw was found in the way Linux kernel's vhost functionality that translates virtqueue buffers to IOVs, logged the buffer descriptors during migration. A privileged guest user able to pass descriptors with invalid length to the host when migration is underway, could use this flaw to increase their privileges on the host. (CVE-2019-14835)</li>
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:2867?
The severity of RHSA-2019:2867 is classified as moderate due to a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Linux kernel's vhost functionality.
What are the affected versions for RHSA-2019:2867?
RHSA-2019:2867 affects kernel versions prior to 3.10.0-693.59.1.el7.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:2867?
To fix RHSA-2019:2867, update the kernel and related packages to version 3.10.0-693.59.1.el7 or later.
What is the impact of not addressing RHSA-2019:2867?
Not addressing RHSA-2019:2867 can lead to potential exploitation that might compromise system stability and security.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2019:2867?
The affected packages include kernel, kernel-debug, kernel-tools, and other related kernel packages across various architectures.