RHSA-2022:5839: 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: a use-after-free write in the netfilter subsystem can lead to privilege escalation to root (CVE-2022-32250) 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-2022:5839?
The severity of RHSA-2022:5839 is critical due to the risk of privilege escalation to root.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:5839?
To fix RHSA-2022:5839, update the kpatch-patch package to the recommended version.
What systems are affected by RHSA-2022:5839?
RHSA-2022:5839 affects systems running specific versions of the kpatch-patch package on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
What is the CVE associated with RHSA-2022:5839?
The CVE associated with RHSA-2022:5839 is CVE-2022-32250.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2022:5839?
There are no effective workarounds for RHSA-2022:5839; updating the package is the recommended action.