FFmpeg, Libva, Linux Kerner, ChromeDriver updates for SUSE

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SUSE Linux has released significant security updates for several components, including FFmpeg, Libva, the Linux Kernel, and ChromeDriver, addressing various vulnerabilities across their systems. Key updates are as follows:

1. FFmpeg Update (SUSE-SU-2025:1450-1): This important update addresses eight vulnerabilities, including buffer overflow risks and memory leaks, with CVE-2023-51793 and CVE-2024-12361 being particularly notable due to their high severity ratings.

2. Libva Updates (SUSE-SU-2025:1452-1 and SUSE-SU-2025:1453-1): Moderate updates were issued to fix vulnerabilities in the Libva library, specifically related to an uncontrolled search path that could allow privilege escalation (CVE-2023-39929).

3. Linux Kernel Updates: Multiple live patches were released for different service packs (SLE 15 SP3 and SP4) addressing critical vulnerabilities, including:
- SUSE-SU-2025:1445-1: Fixes for CVE-2024-50205, CVE-2024-56650, and CVE-2024-8805.
- SUSE-SU-2025:1448-1: Updates addressing four vulnerabilities, including CVE-2023-52885.
- SUSE-SU-2025:1449-1 and SUSE-SU-2025:1444-1: Further fixes for CVE-2024-56650 and CVE-2024-8805.

4. ChromeDriver Update (openSUSE-SU-2025:15051-1): A moderate update fixes four vulnerabilities in the ChromeDriver package, enhancing security for users running openSUSE Tumbleweed.

Summary of Key Updates and Their Implications:
- FFmpeg: The update resolves critical vulnerabilities that could lead to remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks.
- Libva: The updates mitigate the risk of unauthorized privilege escalation, emphasizing the need for secure library management.
- Linux Kernel: The patches address serious security flaws that could impact system stability and security, highlighting the importance of keeping kernel versions up to date.
- ChromeDriver: The update ensures safer web automation processes, reinforcing browser security for users.

Recommendations:
Users and administrators are strongly advised to apply these updates promptly using the recommended installation methods (e.g., YaST online_update or "zypper patch") to safeguard their systems against potential threats. Regular updates are crucial for maintaining security and performance in Linux environments

FFmpeg, Libva, Linux Kerner, ChromeDriver updates for SUSE

SUSE Linux has announced the release of multiple security updates, which encompass FFmpeg, Libva, Linux Kernel, and ChromeDriver:

SUSE-SU-2025:1450-1: important: Security update for ffmpeg
SUSE-SU-2025:1452-1: moderate: Security update for libva
SUSE-SU-2025:1453-1: moderate: Security update for libva
SUSE-SU-2025:1445-1: important: Security update for the Linux Kernel (Live Patch 33 for SLE 15 SP4)
SUSE-SU-2025:1448-1: important: Security update for the Linux Kernel (Live Patch 45 for SLE 15 SP3)
SUSE-SU-2025:1449-1: important: Security update for the Linux Kernel (Live Patch 34 for SLE 15 SP4)
SUSE-SU-2025:1444-1: important: Security update for the Linux Kernel (Live Patch 35 for SLE 15 SP4)
openSUSE-SU-2025:15051-1: moderate: chromedriver-136.0.7103.59-1.1 on GA media

FFmpeg, Libva, Linux Kerner, ChromeDriver updates for SUSE @ Linux Compatible