USN-7294-4: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
Published Mar 3, 2025
·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
1 affected component
Canonical Linux kernel
Event History
May 10, 2025
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·09:34 PM
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·09:34 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-7294-4?
USN-7294-4 addresses several security issues in the Linux kernel that could potentially allow an attacker to compromise the system.
2
How do I fix USN-7294-4?
To fix USN-7294-4, update your Ubuntu system to the latest kernel version provided by the distribution.
3
Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-7294-4?
USN-7294-4 affects Ubuntu version 20.04 running specific kernel packages.
4
What are the key vulnerabilities addressed in USN-7294-4?
USN-7294-4 addresses multiple vulnerabilities including CVE-2024-49973, CVE-2024-41016, and CVE-2024-50287 in the Linux kernel.
5
Is it safe to continue using my system after the vulnerabilities in USN-7294-4 are discovered?
It is not safe to continue using your system without applying the necessary updates as attackers may exploit these vulnerabilities.