RHSA-2022:5157: Important: kernel security and bug fix update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.Security Fix(es): kernel: cgroups v1 releaseagent feature may allow privilege escalation (CVE-2022-0492) kernel: race condition in perfeventopen leads to privilege escalation (CVE-2022-1729) 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.Bug Fix(es): Hitting BUGON() in kernel/hrtimer.c:1236 (BZ#2070209)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:5157?
The severity of RHSA-2022:5157 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:5157?
To fix RHSA-2022:5157, update your kernel to version 3.10.0-693.103.1.el7 or later.
What vulnerabilities does RHSA-2022:5157 address?
RHSA-2022:5157 addresses vulnerabilities including privilege escalation through cgroups v1 release_agent and a race condition in perf_event_open.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2022:5157?
RHSA-2022:5157 affects systems running the Red Hat kernel prior to version 3.10.0-693.103.1.el7.
Is a reboot required after applying the fix for RHSA-2022:5157?
Yes, a reboot is required to ensure the new kernel is loaded after applying the fix for RHSA-2022:5157.