RHSA-2018:1352: Moderate: kernel security update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.Security Fix(es): Kernel: error in exception handling leads to DoS (CVE-2018-8897) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.Red Hat would like to thank Nick Peterson (Everdox Tech LLC) and Andy Lutomirski for reporting this issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2018:1352?
The severity of RHSA-2018:1352 is classified as moderate.
How do I fix RHSA-2018:1352?
To fix RHSA-2018:1352, update the kernel packages to version 2.6.18-348.39.2.el5 or later.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2018:1352 address?
RHSA-2018:1352 addresses a denial of service vulnerability caused by an error in exception handling (CVE-2018-8897).
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2018:1352?
Affected packages include various kernel-related packages like kernel, kernel-debug, and kernel-devel among others.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2018:1352?
There are no specific workarounds listed for RHSA-2018:1352, the recommended action is to apply the patch.