USN-7122-1: Linux kernel vulnerability
Published Nov 19, 2024
·Updated
A security issue was discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use this to compromise the system. This update corrects flaws in the following subsystems:
Affected Software
14 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-3.13.0-200-generic<3.13.0-200.251
3.13.0-200.251
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-3.13.0-200-lowlatency<3.13.0-200.251
3.13.0-200.251
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-generic<3.13.0.200.210
3.13.0.200.210
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-generic-lts-trusty<3.13.0.200.210
3.13.0.200.210
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-lowlatency<3.13.0.200.210
3.13.0.200.210
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-server<3.13.0.200.210
3.13.0.200.210
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-virtual<3.13.0.200.210
3.13.0.200.210
Ubuntu Ubuntu=14.04
Event History
Nov 19, 2024
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-7122-1?
USN-7122-1 addresses a critical security vulnerability in the Linux kernel that could allow an attacker to compromise the system.
2
How do I fix USN-7122-1?
To fix USN-7122-1, you need to update to the latest kernel version provided in the Ubuntu repositories.
3
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-7122-1?
USN-7122-1 specifically affects Ubuntu 14.04 systems utilizing the Linux kernel versions 3.13.0-200.251 and earlier.
4
What components of the Linux kernel are affected in USN-7122-1?
USN-7122-1 corrects flaws across various subsystems within the Linux kernel.
5
Can USN-7122-1 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, exploiting the vulnerabilities addressed in USN-7122-1 could potentially allow unauthorized access to the system.