RHSA-2019:3231: Important: kpatch-patch security update
This is a kernel live patch module which is automatically loaded by the RPM post-install script to modify the code of a running kernel.Security Fix(es): hardware: bluetooth: BR/EDR encryption key negotiation attacks (KNOB) (CVE-2019-9506) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:3231?
The severity of RHSA-2019:3231 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:3231?
To fix RHSA-2019:3231, update the kpatch-patch package to the latest version provided by Red Hat.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2019:3231 address?
RHSA-2019:3231 addresses the Bluetooth BR/EDR encryption key negotiation attacks, also known as the KNOB attack (CVE-2019-9506).
What affected software is related to RHSA-2019:3231?
RHSA-2019:3231 impacts the kpatch-patch packages in certain versions on Red Hat systems.
Is RHSA-2019:3231 applicable to all Linux distributions?
No, RHSA-2019:3231 specifically applies to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and its certified versions.