Critical Linux Kernel (FIPS) Vulnerabilities Patched – USN-7608-2 Security Update

 

Ubuntu USN-7608-2 patches critical Linux kernel (FIPS) vulnerabilities affecting AWS, GCP, and memory management. Learn update steps, CVE details (CVE-2025-38001, CVE-2025-37997), and security best practices to prevent exploits. Includes FAQ & reboot requirements.

Critical Sudo Vulnerability in Debian Bookworm (DSA-5954-1): Patch Now to Prevent Privilege Escalation

 

Debian's DSA-5954-1 discloses a critical sudo flaw (CVE-2023-22809) allowing local privilege escalation. Learn how to patch sudo 1.9.13p3-1+deb12u2, mitigate risks, and secure Linux systems. Includes FAQs, patch links, and expert recommendations.

Critical OVMF Update for SUSE Linux: Patch Instructions & Security Fixes (2025-07-01)

 

SUSE Linux users: Install this important OVMF update (2025-07-01) to fix MSR register filtering in CcExitLib (bsc#1243199). Includes patch commands for Server, Desktop, and SAP modules. Learn why this impacts virtualization security and performance.

Critical Sudo Security Update: CVE-2025-32462 Patch Guide for SUSE Linux Systems

 

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SUSE Linux users: Patch CVE-2025-32462 immediately! This critical sudo vulnerability (CVSS 7.3) allows local privilege escalation via the --host option. Learn how to secure openSUSE Leap 15.5, SLE Micro 5.5, and Enterprise Server with our step-by-step guide.

Critical Linux Kernel Security Update: Live Patch 19 for SLE 15 SP5 Fixes 8 High-Risk Vulnerabilities

 

SUSE releases urgent Linux Kernel Live Patch 19 for SLE 15 SP5, addressing 8 critical CVEs (CVE-2024-56601, CVE-2024-53208, and more) with CVSS scores up to 8.5. Learn how to patch vulnerabilities in Bluetooth, net/sched, and dm-cache modules.

Critical Security Update for SUSE Linux: Patch CVE-2025-3416 & CVE-2025-5791 Now

 

SUSE has released an urgent security update (SUSE-SU-2025:02166-1) addressing two critical vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-3416 and CVE-2025-5791) in himmelblau. Learn how to patch your SUSE Linux Enterprise systems to mitigate risks of privilege escalation and memory corruption attacks.

Critical GIMP Security Update: Patch CVE-2025-48797 & CVE-2025-48798 Now

 

Urgent GIMP security update fixes critical vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-48797/48798) affecting SUSE Linux and openSUSE. Learn how to patch buffer overflows, use-after-free, and double-free exploits now to protect your system.

Critical Linux Kernel Security Update: Live Patch 37 Fixes CVE-2024-57996 (SLE 15 SP4)

 

SUSE has released Live Patch 37 for Linux Kernel 5.14.21-150400_24_153, addressing the critical CVE-2024-57996 vulnerability (CVSS 8.5). Learn how to secure openSUSE Leap 15.4, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and HPC systems with this high-priority update. Includes patch instructions, affected products, and mitigation steps.

Critical Linux Kernel Security Update: Ubuntu 16.04 LTS Vulnerabilities Patched (USN-7554-3)

 

Urgent Ubuntu 16.04 LTS kernel security update (USN-7554-3) patches 11 critical CVEs, including flaws in GPU drivers, Ext4/JFS file systems, and USB audio. Learn how to secure your Linux system now and prevent privilege escalation attacks.

Critical Security Update: Open VM Tools Vulnerability in Ubuntu 18.04/16.04 LTS (CVE-2025-22247)

 

Critical Open VM Tools flaw (CVE-2025-22247) in Ubuntu 18.04/16.04 LTS allows privilege escalation via file overwrites. Learn patch steps, Ubuntu Pro requirements, and VMware hardening tactics to protect cloud/on-prem workloads.

Critical Xen Security Update: Patch CVE-2024-28956 Now (SUSE Linux Advisory)

 

Critical Xen security update for SUSE Linux (CVE-2024-28956) patches Intel CPU flaws & HPE boot failures. Learn how to secure Xen 4.18.5 on SUSE Enterprise 15 SP6 & openSUSE Leap 15.6. Includes patch commands, CVSS 5.7 analysis, and FAQs.

Fedora 42 Critical Security Update: XSA-469 Fix for Xen Hypervisor (CVE-2024-28956)

 

Fedora 42 patches critical Xen hypervisor flaw (XSA-469/CVE-2024-28956) affecting x86 VMs. Learn how to secure your virtualization stack and mitigate indirect branch exploits. 

Critical Linux Kernel Security Update: Patch 14 Vulnerabilities Now (2025 Advisory)

 

Urgent Linux kernel security update fixes 14 critical vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-21726, CVE-2025-22097, etc.) affecting SUSE Enterprise Micro 5.3/5.4. Learn risks, patches, and mitigation steps for high-severity flaws like memory corruption and privilege escalation.

Critical Security Update for Open-VM-Tools: Patch CVE-2025-22247 Now

 

Urgent open-vm-tools security update fixes CVE-2025-22247 vulnerability affecting SUSE Linux Enterprise 15 SP6, openSUSE Leap 15.6, and VMware environments. Learn how to patch insecure file handling and prevent exploits with this critical patch.