RHSA-2023:0123: 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): kernel: memory corruption in AX88179178A based USB ethernet device. (CVE-2022-2964) kernel: i915: Incorrect GPU TLB flush can lead to random memory access (CVE-2022-4139) 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-2023:0123?
The severity of RHSA-2023:0123 is critical due to memory corruption vulnerabilities in kernel components.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:0123?
To fix RHSA-2023:0123, apply the latest kpatch-patch package provided by Red Hat.
What vulnerabilities are addressed by RHSA-2023:0123?
RHSA-2023:0123 addresses memory corruption issues related to the AX88179_178A based USB ethernet device (CVE-2022-2964).
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2023:0123?
RHSA-2023:0123 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 systems using the specified kernel versions.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2023:0123?
There are no specific workarounds for RHSA-2023:0123; the recommended action is to install the appropriate patch.