RHSA-2020:1266: Important: kernel security and bug fix update
The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> kernel: heap overflow in mwifiexupdatevsie() function of Marvell WiFi driver (CVE-2019-14816)</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.<br>Bug Fix(es):<br><li> Slow console output with ast (Aspeed) graphics driver (BZ#1780145)</li> <li> core: backports from upstream (BZ#1794373)</li> <li> System Crash on vport creation (NPIV on FCoE) (BZ#1796362)</li> <li> [GSS] Can't access the mount point due to possible blocking of i/o on rbd (BZ#1796432)</li>
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2020:1266?
The severity of RHSA-2020:1266 is classified as important.
What is the main vulnerability addressed in RHSA-2020:1266?
RHSA-2020:1266 addresses a heap overflow vulnerability in the mwifiex_update_vs_ie() function of the Marvell WiFi driver (CVE-2019-14816).
How do I fix the vulnerability in RHSA-2020:1266?
To fix the vulnerability in RHSA-2020:1266, you should upgrade the kernel to version 3.10.0-862.51.1.el7 or later.
What software packages are affected by RHSA-2020:1266?
Affected software packages include kernel, kernel-debug, kernel-devel, and others that are part of the kernel ecosystem in version up to 3.10.0-862.51.1.el7.
Is there a specific kernel version recommended in RHSA-2020:1266?
Yes, version 3.10.0-862.51.1.el7 is the recommended kernel version to address the security issue in RHSA-2020:1266.