Advisory Published

USN-6951-4: Linux kernel (BlueField) vulnerabilities

First published: Wed Aug 21 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 subsystems:

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-5.4.0-1090-bluefield<5.4.0-1090.97
5.4.0-1090.97
Ubuntu=20.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-bluefield<5.4.0.1090.86
5.4.0.1090.86
Ubuntu=20.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the main security issues addressed in USN-6951-4?

    USN-6951-4 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel that could potentially allow an attacker to compromise the system.

  • What versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6951-4?

    USN-6951-4 affects Ubuntu version 20.04 with specific Linux kernel package versions.

  • What is the recommended action to mitigate USN-6951-4?

    To mitigate USN-6951-4, users should update their Linux kernel to the corrected versions provided in the advisory.

  • Is there an exploit for USN-6951-4?

    While specific exploits may not have been disclosed, the vulnerabilities pose a risk that could be leveraged by attackers.

  • How can I verify if my system is affected by USN-6951-4?

    You can verify if your system is affected by comparing your Linux kernel version with those specified in USN-6951-4.

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