What is the severity of USN-7429-2?

USN-7429-2 addresses several critical security vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel that could allow attackers to compromise the system.

How do I fix USN-7429-2?

To fix USN-7429-2, you should update your Linux kernel to version 4.4.0-1112.119 or later.

What systems are affected by USN-7429-2?

USN-7429-2 primarily affects Ubuntu 16.04 systems running specific versions of the Linux kernel.

Who is responsible for addressing USN-7429-2?

System administrators and users of affected Ubuntu systems are responsible for applying the necessary updates for USN-7429-2.

What impact could USN-7429-2 have on my system?

If not addressed, the vulnerabilities in USN-7429-2 could potentially allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access or execute arbitrary code on your system.

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USN-7429-2

9/4/2025

USN-7429-2: Linux kernel (FIPS) vulnerabilities

First published: Wed Apr 09 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	Affected Version	How to fix
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-4.4.0-1112-fips	<4.4.0-1112.119	4.4.0-1112.119
Ubuntu	=16.04
All of
ubuntu/linux-image-fips	<4.4.0.1112.113	4.4.0.1112.113
Ubuntu	=16.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of USN-7429-2?
USN-7429-2 addresses several critical security vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel that could allow attackers to compromise the system.
How do I fix USN-7429-2?
To fix USN-7429-2, you should update your Linux kernel to version 4.4.0-1112.119 or later.
What systems are affected by USN-7429-2?
USN-7429-2 primarily affects Ubuntu 16.04 systems running specific versions of the Linux kernel.
Who is responsible for addressing USN-7429-2?
System administrators and users of affected Ubuntu systems are responsible for applying the necessary updates for USN-7429-2.
What impact could USN-7429-2 have on my system?
If not addressed, the vulnerabilities in USN-7429-2 could potentially allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access or execute arbitrary code on your system.

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