RHSA-2021:3321: Important: kernel security and bug fix update

Published Aug 31, 2021
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Updated

The kernel packages contain the Linux kernel, the core of any Linux operating system.Security Fix(es): kernel: out-of-bounds write in xtcompattargetfromuser() in net/netfilter/xtables.c (CVE-2021-22555) kernel: race condition for removal of the HCI controller (CVE-2021-32399) 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.Bug Fix(es): [CKI kernel builds]: x86 binaries in non-x86 kernel rpms breaks systemtap [7.9.z] (BZ#1975162)

Affected Software

18 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/kernel<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-abi-whitelists<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-debug<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-debug-debuginfo<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-debug-devel<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-debuginfo<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-devel<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-doc<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-headers<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-tools<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-tools-debuginfo<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-tools-libs<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/kernel-tools-libs-devel<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/perf<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/perf-debuginfo<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/python-perf<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
redhat/python-perf-debuginfo<3.10.0-514.92.1.el7
3.10.0-514.92.1.el7

Remediation

Event History

Mar 19, 2026
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·03:25 PM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·03:25 PM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2021:3321?

The severity of RHSA-2021:3321 is classified as important.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2021:3321?

To fix RHSA-2021:3321, update the kernel packages to version 3.10.0-514.92.1.el7.

3

What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2021:3321?

RHSA-2021:3321 addresses vulnerabilities including CVE-2021-22555, which is an out-of-bounds write issue.

4

What packages are affected by RHSA-2021:3321?

The affected packages include various kernel components like kernel, kernel-debug, and kernel-tools.

5

Is a reboot required after applying the fix for RHSA-2021:3321?

Yes, a reboot is typically required to ensure the new kernel is loaded after applying the fix for RHSA-2021:3321.

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