Kernel, Gnome-Remote-Desktop, QEMU, Podman, RPM-OSTree updates for Oracle Linux

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Oracle Linux has announced several important security updates affecting various components, including the Unbreakable Enterprise kernel, gnome-remote-desktop, QEMU, Podman, and RPM-OSTree. These updates are critical for maintaining system security and performance across different versions of Oracle Linux.

The security advisories include:

1. Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel Security Updates:
- Multiple updates categorized as moderate and important for Oracle Linux versions 7, 8, 9, and 10 (ELSA-2025-20405, ELSA-2025-20404, and ELSA-2025-20406).
- Notable changes include enhancements to mitigate vulnerabilities associated with Transient Scheduler Attacks (CVE-2024-36350, CVE-2024-36357) and integration of the Zen34 clients.

2. Gnome-Remote-Desktop Security Update:
- A moderate update (ELSA-2025-10635) for Oracle Linux 10 includes improvements such as backporting connection throttling to enhance performance (CVE-2025-5024).

3. QEMU Bug Fix Update:
- A bug fix advisory (ELBA-2025-9481) for Oracle Linux 10 that addresses compatibility issues and enhances the functionality of the QEMU virtualization platform.

4. Podman Security Update:
- An important update (ELSA-2025-10549) for Oracle Linux 10 addresses security vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-6032), ensuring better container management and security practices.

5. RPM-OSTree Bug Fix Update:
- This advisory (ELBA-2025-7465) provides necessary bug fixes for Oracle Linux 10, ensuring the reliability and performance of the RPM-OSTree package management system.

Related CVEs:
- The updates are associated with several CVEs, indicating the vulnerabilities addressed, such as CVE-2024-36350, CVE-2024-36357, CVE-2025-5024, and CVE-2025-6032.

Further Considerations:
It is crucial for users of Oracle Linux to apply these updates promptly to safeguard their systems from potential security threats and ensure optimal performance. Regular updates not only fix known vulnerabilities but also enhance system functionality and stability. Users should frequently check the Unbreakable Linux Network and Oracle's official resources for any additional updates or advisories

Kernel, Gnome-Remote-Desktop, QEMU, Podman, RPM-OSTree updates for Oracle Linux

Oracle Linux has issued a series of security updates, which encompass Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update, gnome-remote-desktop security update, qemu-kvm bug fix update, podman security update, and rpm-ostree bug fix update:

ELSA-2025-20405 Moderate: Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update
ELSA-2025-10635 Moderate: Oracle Linux 10 gnome-remote-desktop security update
ELBA-2025-9481 Oracle Linux 10 qemu-kvm bug fix update
ELSA-2025-10549 Important: Oracle Linux 10 podman security update
ELBA-2025-7465 Oracle Linux 10 rpm-ostree bug fix update
ELSA-2025-20405 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update
ELSA-2025-20404 Important: Oracle Linux 9 Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update
ELSA-2025-20404 Important: Oracle Linux 8 Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update
ELSA-2025-20406 Moderate: Oracle Linux 8 Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update
ELSA-2025-20406 Moderate: Oracle Linux 8 Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update
ELSA-2025-20406 Moderate: Oracle Linux 7 Unbreakable Enterprise kernel security update

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