RHSA-2021:0848: Moderate: kernel security update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.Security Fix(es): kernel: performance counters race condition use-after-free (CVE-2020-14351) 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2021:0848?
RHSA-2021:0848 has a moderate severity level due to the potential vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:0848?
You can resolve the issue by updating the kernel package to version 3.10.0-514.86.1.el7 or later.
What is the affected software for RHSA-2021:0848?
The affected software includes various kernel packages for Red Hat, specifically version 3.10.0-514.86.1.el7.
What CVE is associated with RHSA-2021:0848?
RHSA-2021:0848 addresses the CVE-2020-14351 vulnerability, which involves a performance counters race condition.
What impact does RHSA-2021:0848 have on system performance?
The vulnerability could potentially lead to a use-after-free issue, affecting the stability and security of the system.