USN-7449-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
Published Apr 23, 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 13, 2025
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·05:35 PM
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·05:35 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-7449-1?
USN-7449-1 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel, indicating critical severity.
2
How do I fix USN-7449-1?
To fix USN-7449-1, update your Linux kernel to version 6.8.0-1024.25 or newer.
3
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-7449-1?
USN-7449-1 affects Ubuntu versions 22.04 and 24.04.
4
What packages are specifically affected by USN-7449-1?
The packages specifically affected include various Linux image packages such as linux-image-6.8.0-1024-ibm and linux-image-6.8.0-1026-nvidia.
5
Is there a workaround for the vulnerabilities addressed in USN-7449-1?
There are no official workarounds; applying the appropriate kernel update is the recommended action.