RHSA-2026:49030: Moderate: kernel security update
Moderate: kernel security update
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The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.Security Fix(es): kernel: KVM: x86: Don't (re)check L1 intercepts when completing userspace I/O (CVE-2025-40026) kernel: KVM: x86/mmu: Ensure hugepage is in by slot before checking max mapping level (CVE-2026-63807) 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-2026:49030?
RHSA-2026:49030 has a severity rating of medium (4).
What are the security fixes included in RHSA-2026:49030?
RHSA-2026:49030 includes fixes for CVE-2025-40026 related to KVM and user space I/O handling.
How do I fix RHSA-2026:49030?
To fix RHSA-2026:49030, ensure you update the affected kernel packages on your Red Hat system to the latest version.
What packages are affected by RHSA-2026:49030?
The affected packages include redhat/kernel, redhat/kernel-rt, redhat/kernel-core, and several debug-related packages.
When was RHSA-2026:49030 published?
RHSA-2026:49030 was published on July 31, 2026.