USN-7169-5: Linux kernel (Real-time) vulnerabilities
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
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
ubuntu/linux-image-6.11.0-1003-realtimeto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.11.0-1003.3 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Linux kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Patch USN-7169-5
Event History
Child vulnerabilities
Contains the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7169-5?
The severity of USN-7169-5 is high due to several critical security vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix USN-7169-5?
To fix USN-7169-5, you need to update to the patched version 6.11.0-1003.3 of linux-image-6.11.0-1003-realtime on Ubuntu 24.10.
What systems are affected by USN-7169-5?
USN-7169-5 affects Ubuntu 24.10 systems running the linux-image-6.11.0-1003-realtime package.
What are the risks of not addressing USN-7169-5?
Not addressing USN-7169-5 could allow attackers to exploit vulnerabilities in the kernel, potentially leading to system compromise.
When was USN-7169-5 released?
USN-7169-5 was released to address multiple security vulnerabilities found in the Linux kernel.