RHSA-2022:0822: Important: kernel-rt security update
The kernel-rt packages provide the Real Time Linux Kernel, which enables fine-tuning for systems with extremely high determinism requirements.Security Fix(es): kernel: improper initialization of the "flags" member of the new pipebuffer (CVE-2022-0847) 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-2022:0822?
The severity of RHSA-2022:0822 is classified as Important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:0822?
To fix RHSA-2022:0822, update the kernel-rt and kernel-rt-core packages to version 4.18.0-305.40.2.rt7.113.el8_4.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2022:0822 address?
RHSA-2022:0822 addresses a vulnerability related to improper initialization of the 'flags' member in the new pipe_buffer as identified by CVE-2022-0847.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2022:0822?
Affected packages include kernel-rt, kernel-rt-core, kernel-rt-debug, and several related modules and debug packages.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2022:0822 before patching?
There is no specific workaround recommended for RHSA-2022:0822, and patching is strongly advised.