RHSA-2022:0529: Important: kernel security update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> kernel: use after free in eventpoll.c may lead to escalation of privilege (CVE-2020-0466)</li> <li> kernel: xfs: raw block device data leak in XFSIOCALLOCSP IOCTL (CVE-2021-4155)</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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:0529?
The severity of RHSA-2022:0529 is classified as critical due to vulnerabilities that may lead to privilege escalation.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:0529?
To fix RHSA-2022:0529, update the affected kernel packages to version 3.10.0-514.97.1.el7 or later.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2022:0529?
RHSA-2022:0529 addresses vulnerabilities including a use after free in eventpoll.c and a data leak in XFS_IOC_ALLOCSP IOCTL.
Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2022:0529?
Affected packages include kernel, kernel-debug, kernel-debuginfo, and kernel-devel among others.
Is RHSA-2022:0529 applicable to all systems?
RHSA-2022:0529 applies specifically to systems running the Red Hat Enterprise Linux kernel version 3.10.0-514.97.1.el7.