RHSA-2019:3936: 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): hw: Machine Check Error on Page Size Change (IFU) (CVE-2018-12207) hw: TSX Transaction Asynchronous Abort (TAA) (CVE-2019-11135)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the security fixes associated with RHSA-2019:3936?
RHSA-2019:3936 addresses vulnerabilities related to Machine Check Error on Page Size Change (CVE-2018-12207) and TSX Transaction Asynchronous Abort.
How do I apply the fix for RHSA-2019:3936?
To fix RHSA-2019:3936, you should update to the kpatch-patch package version 4_18_0-147-1-3.el8_1 on your system.
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:3936?
The severity of RHSA-2019:3936 is classified as Important in Red Hat's security advisory.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2019:3936?
RHSA-2019:3936 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 systems that utilize the kpatch-patch package.
What is the purpose of the kernel live patch in RHSA-2019:3936?
The kernel live patch in RHSA-2019:3936 is designed to modify the code of a running kernel to enhance security without needing a reboot.