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Linux Kernel Security Updates Released

Security updates have been released for the stable Linux kernel to address a use-after-free vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.

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Summary

Security updates have been released for the stable Linux kernel to address a use-after-free vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.


Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

Threat details

For further information:


Remediation steps

Type Step

Users and administrators are encouraged to review the Linux kernel commit page and apply the necessary updates. Further guidance can be found at the following vendor security pages:



CVE Vulnerabilities

Last edited: 17 February 2020 12:59 pm