USN-8605-1: Linux kernel (Azure CVM) vulnerabilities

Published Jul 24, 2026
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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

7 affected componentsFixes available
The Linux Kernel Project Linux Kernel
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-6.17.0-1018-azure-fde<6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-azure-fde<6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04
All of the following
ubuntu/linux-image-azure-fde-6.17<6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade ubuntu/linux-image-6.17.0-1018-azure-fde to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade ubuntu/linux-image-azure-fde to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade ubuntu/linux-image-azure-fde-6.17 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.17.0-1018.18~24.04.1
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Linux kernel (Azure CVM) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Patch USN-8605-1

Event History

Jul 24, 2026
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of USN-8605-1?

The severity of USN-8605-1 is rated as Risk 56, indicating significant potential impact.

2

How do I fix USN-8605-1?

To fix USN-8605-1, ensure you update the Linux kernel on your system to the latest version provided by your Linux distribution.

3

What vulnerabilities are addressed in USN-8605-1?

USN-8605-1 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel that can affect Azure virtual machines.

4

Who is affected by USN-8605-1?

USN-8605-1 affects users running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel on Azure cloud virtual machines.

5

When was USN-8605-1 released?

USN-8605-1 was released to notify users of the vulnerabilities identified in the Linux kernel.

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