RHSA-2024:7484: Moderate: linux-firmware security update
Moderate: linux-firmware security update
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The linux-firmware packages contain all of the firmware files that are required by various devices to operate.Security Fix(es): kernel: hw:amd:IOMMU improperly handles certain special address leading to a loss of guest integrity (CVE-2023-20584) kernel: hw: amd:Incomplete system memory cleanup in SEV firmware corrupt guest private memory (CVE-2023-31356) 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-2024:7484?
The severity of RHSA-2024:7484 is classified as moderate.
How do I fix RHSA-2024:7484?
To fix RHSA-2024:7484, update the linux-firmware and related firmware packages to the recommended version 20240905-143.3.el9_4.
What products are affected by RHSA-2024:7484?
RHSA-2024:7484 affects multiple Red Hat Enterprise Linux products including versions for x86_64 and IBM z Systems.
What type of vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2024:7484?
RHSA-2024:7484 addresses a security vulnerability related to improper handling of certain special addresses in the AMD IOMMU.
When was the RHSA-2024:7484 advisory released?
The RHSA-2024:7484 advisory was released on September 5, 2024.