RHSA-2019:3837: Important: kernel security update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> hw: Machine Check Error on Page Size Change (IFU) (CVE-2018-12207)</li> <li> hw: TSX Transaction Asynchronous Abort (TAA) (CVE-2019-11135)</li> <li> hw: Intel GPU Denial Of Service while accessing MMIO in lower power state (CVE-2019-0154)</li> 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-2019:3837?
The severity of RHSA-2019:3837 is classified as high due to multiple vulnerabilities affecting the Linux kernel.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:3837?
To fix RHSA-2019:3837, you should update your kernel packages to version 3.10.0-957.38.2.el7 or later.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2019:3837?
RHSA-2019:3837 addresses vulnerabilities including CVE-2018-12207 and CVE-2019-11135 related to Intel CPU vulnerabilities.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2019:3837?
Affected packages in RHSA-2019:3837 include kernel, kernel-devel, kernel-headers, and several others related to kernel functionalities.
Is it necessary to reboot after applying the fix for RHSA-2019:3837?
Yes, a reboot is necessary after applying the fix for RHSA-2019:3837 to ensure that the new kernel is loaded.