RHSA-2023:0536: 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-2023:0536?
The severity of RHSA-2023:0536 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:0536?
To fix RHSA-2023:0536, you need to update the kpatch-patch package to the latest version specified in the advisory.
What vulnerabilities does RHSA-2023:0536 address?
RHSA-2023:0536 addresses memory corruption issues in AX88179_178A based USB ethernet devices as identified by CVE-2022-2964.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2023:0536?
Packages affected by RHSA-2023:0536 include various versions of the kpatch-patch related to kernel updates.
Is a reboot required after applying RHSA-2023:0536?
Typically, a reboot is required after applying RHSA-2023:0536 to ensure the kernel updates take effect.