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- RHSA-2019:4056
RHSA-2019:4056: Important: kernel security update
First published: Tue Dec 03 2019(Updated: )
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> kernel: Memory corruption due to incorrect socket cloning (CVE-2018-9568)</li> <li> Kernel: page cache side channel attacks (CVE-2019-5489)</li> For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/kernel | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-abi-whitelists | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-debug | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-debug-debuginfo | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-debug-devel | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-debuginfo | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-devel | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-doc | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-firmware | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/kernel-headers | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/perf | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/perf-debuginfo | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/python-perf | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
| redhat/python-perf-debuginfo | <2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 | 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:4056?
The severity of RHSA-2019:4056 is rated as important due to memory corruption and potential side channel attacks.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:4056?
To fix RHSA-2019:4056, update the kernel packages to version 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6 or later.
What vulnerabilities are addressed by RHSA-2019:4056?
RHSA-2019:4056 addresses memory corruption due to incorrect socket cloning (CVE-2018-9568) and page cache side channel attacks (CVE-2019-5489).
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2019:4056?
RHSA-2019:4056 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 with specific kernel versions prior to update 2.6.32-431.97.1.el6.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2019:4056?
There are no official workarounds for RHSA-2019:4056, and it is recommended to apply the available updates.
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