RHSA-2020:0026: 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.<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> For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgements, 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-2020:0026?
The severity of RHSA-2020:0026 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:0026?
To fix RHSA-2020:0026, update your kpatch-patch package to the latest version listed in the advisory.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2020:0026?
RHSA-2020:0026 addresses vulnerabilities related to Machine Check Error on Page Size Change (CVE-2018-12207) and TSX Transaction Asynchronous Abort.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2020:0026?
RHSA-2020:0026 affects systems running specific versions of the kpatch-patch on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.
Has a solution been implemented for RHSA-2020:0026?
Yes, a solution has been implemented through the release of updated kpatch-patch packages.