USN-6872-2: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
Published Jul 4, 2024
·Updated
Several security issues were discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use these to compromise the system. This update corrects flaws in the following subsystem:
Affected Software
1 affected component
Ubuntu Linux kernel
Child vulnerabilities
Contains the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-6872-2?
The severity of USN-6872-2 is high due to the potential for system compromise by an attacker.
2
How do I fix USN-6872-2?
To fix USN-6872-2, update the affected packages to the latest versions provided by Ubuntu.
3
What versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6872-2?
USN-6872-2 affects Ubuntu versions 22.04 and 23.10.
4
What packages are impacted by USN-6872-2?
The impacted packages include linux-image-6.5.0-42-lowlatency and related lowlatency kernels.
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Is USN-6872-2 related to any specific vulnerabilities?
Yes, USN-6872-2 addresses multiple vulnerabilities including CVE-2024-26643, CVE-2024-26925, and CVE-2024-26924.