RHSA-2022:0232: Important: kpatch-patch security update
This is a kernel live patch module which is automatically loaded by the RPM post-install script to modify the code of a running kernel.Security Fix(es): kernel: xfs: raw block device data leak in XFSIOCALLOCSP IOCTL (CVE-2021-4155) kernel: fscontext: heap overflow in legacy parameter handling (CVE-2022-0185) 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-2022:0232?
The severity of RHSA-2022:0232 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:0232?
To fix RHSA-2022:0232, update the kpatch-patch package to the recommended versions provided in the advisory.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2022:0232?
RHSA-2022:0232 addresses a data leakage issue in the XFS file system and other vulnerabilities.
What versions of kpatch-patch are affected by RHSA-2022:0232?
The affected versions of kpatch-patch include versions prior to 4_18_0-348_7_1-1-1.el8_5.
Is a reboot required after applying the fix for RHSA-2022:0232?
A reboot may be required to fully apply the security updates associated with RHSA-2022:0232.