Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) has rolled out a series of security updates addressing vulnerabilities in Firefox, the kernel, and webkit2gtk3. These updates are classified by Red Hat Product Security with security impacts ranging from Moderate to Important. The updates pertain to RHEL versions 8 and 9, and the specific updates are as follows:

1. Firefox Security Update (RHSA-2025:14442) - Rated Important for RHEL 8, this update addresses critical vulnerabilities. Detailed severity ratings can be found via the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) links.

2. Kernel Security Update (RHSA-2025:14438) - This Moderate update targets the kernel for RHEL 8, with further details available through CVSS scoring.

3. Kernel-RT Security Update (RHSA-2025:14439) - Also rated Moderate, this update is specifically for the real-time kernel in RHEL 8.

4. Webkit2GTK3 Security Updates - Multiple updates have been issued for webkit2gtk3, which are rated Important:
- RHSA-2025:14433 for RHEL 8.6 Advanced Mission Critical Update Support and similar environments.
- RHSA-2025:14434 for RHEL 8.8 Update Services for SAP Solutions and Telecommunications Update Service.
- RHSA-2025:14423 for RHEL 9.4 Extended Update Support.
- RHSA-2025:14422 for RHEL 9.0 Update Services for SAP Solutions.

5. Kpatch Security Update (RHSA-2025:14497) - This Important update for kpatch-patch-5_14_0-570_17_1 is specifically for RHEL 9.

With these updates, Red Hat emphasizes the importance of maintaining security through timely patching and encourages users to consult the CVE links for detailed information on the vulnerabilities addressed in each update. Users are advised to apply these updates to safeguard their systems against potential threats and vulnerabilities.

In addition to these updates, it would be prudent for RHEL users to regularly monitor Red Hat's security advisories and consider implementing a proactive patch management strategy. This includes scheduling routine updates and conducting security assessments to identify and mitigate risks associated with outdated software components

Firefox, Kernel, Webkit2GTK3 updates for RHEL

Red Hat Enterprise Linux has received several security updates, including fixes for Firefox, kernel, and webkit2gtk3 vulnerabilities. These updates have been rated by Red Hat Product Security as having a security impact ranging from Moderate to Important, with some providing additional details through CVSS base scores. The affected versions include the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and 9 series:

RHSA-2025:14442: Important: firefox security update
RHSA-2025:14438: Moderate: kernel security update
RHSA-2025:14439: Moderate: kernel-rt security update
RHSA-2025:14433: Important: webkit2gtk3 security update
RHSA-2025:14434: Important: webkit2gtk3 security update
RHSA-2025:14423: Important: webkit2gtk3 security update
RHSA-2025:14422: Important: webkit2gtk3 security update
RHSA-2025:14497: Important: kpatch-patch-5_14_0-570_17_1 security update

Firefox, Kernel, Webkit2GTK3 updates for RHEL @ Linux Compatible