Advisory Published
Advisory Published

USN-7496-2: Linux kernel (FIPS) vulnerabilities

First published: Wed May 07 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux kernel

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of USN-7496-2?

    The severity of USN-7496-2 involves several security issues in the Linux kernel that could allow an attacker to compromise the system.

  • How do I fix USN-7496-2?

    To fix USN-7496-2, update to the patched versions of the affected Linux kernel packages as specified in the advisory.

  • What versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-7496-2?

    USN-7496-2 affects Ubuntu 18.04 with specific kernel versions listed in the advisory.

  • What packages are involved in USN-7496-2?

    USN-7496-2 involves multiple packages including linux-image-4.15.0-1135-fips, linux-image-4.15.0-2081-gcp-fips, and linux-image-4.15.0-2118-aws-fips.

  • Are there any known exploits for USN-7496-2?

    At this time, specific exploits linked to USN-7496-2 have not been detailed, but the vulnerabilities should be addressed promptly.

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