USN-7020-2: Linux kernel vulnerabilities

Published Sep 23, 2024
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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 Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-6.8.0-1015-azure<6.8.0-1015.17
6.8.0-1015.17
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-6.8.0-1015-azure-fde<6.8.0-1015.17
6.8.0-1015.17
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-azure<6.8.0-1015.17
6.8.0-1015.17
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-azure-fde<6.8.0-1015.17
6.8.0-1015.17
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04

Event History

Sep 23, 2024
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What security issues are addressed in USN-7020-2?

USN-7020-2 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities found in the Linux kernel that could potentially allow attackers to compromise the system.

2

What is the severity of USN-7020-2?

The severity of the vulnerabilities in USN-7020-2 may range from moderate to high, depending on the specific flaw and its potential impact.

3

How do I fix USN-7020-2?

To fix USN-7020-2, you should update your Linux kernel packages to the latest version provided by Ubuntu.

4

Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-7020-2?

USN-7020-2 affects Ubuntu version 24.04 with specific kernel packages such as linux-image-6.8.0-1015-azure.

5

How can I verify if my system is patched against USN-7020-2?

You can verify if your system is patched against USN-7020-2 by checking the installed kernel version and ensuring it matches the recommended updates.

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