AlmaLinux has issued three kernel security updates, all classified as "Moderate" in severity. These updates pertain to different kernel packages and address specific vulnerabilities.
1. ALSA-2025:8247 - This update involves the Real Time Linux Kernel (kernel-rt) and addresses an issue in the wifi driver (rtw89) where an index mistake was identified in the `rtw89_sta_info_get_iter()` function, with the associated CVE being CVE-2024-43842. This update is crucial for systems requiring high determinism.
2. ALSA-2025:8246 - Similar to the previous update, this one pertains to the standard Linux kernel and also addresses the same vulnerability in the rtw89 driver (CVE-2024-43842). This reflects the importance of maintaining security across different kernel types.
3. ALSA-2025:8142 - This update is for AlmaLinux version 9 and fixes an integer overflow issue related to the CIFS (Common Internet File System) protocol while processing the `acregmax` mount option, with the related CVE being CVE-2025-21964.
All updates were released on May 28, 2025, and users are encouraged to review the detailed information and download the updated packages from the provided links.
For ongoing security, users should remain vigilant about updates, ensure they are subscribed to errata notifications, and actively participate in community discussions for support. This proactive approach will help maintain system integrity and security against potential vulnerabilities.
For further updates and information, users can manage their notification preferences and reach out to the AlmaLinux community via the designated chat platform.
**Kind regards,
AlmaLinux Team*
1. ALSA-2025:8247 - This update involves the Real Time Linux Kernel (kernel-rt) and addresses an issue in the wifi driver (rtw89) where an index mistake was identified in the `rtw89_sta_info_get_iter()` function, with the associated CVE being CVE-2024-43842. This update is crucial for systems requiring high determinism.
2. ALSA-2025:8246 - Similar to the previous update, this one pertains to the standard Linux kernel and also addresses the same vulnerability in the rtw89 driver (CVE-2024-43842). This reflects the importance of maintaining security across different kernel types.
3. ALSA-2025:8142 - This update is for AlmaLinux version 9 and fixes an integer overflow issue related to the CIFS (Common Internet File System) protocol while processing the `acregmax` mount option, with the related CVE being CVE-2025-21964.
All updates were released on May 28, 2025, and users are encouraged to review the detailed information and download the updated packages from the provided links.
For ongoing security, users should remain vigilant about updates, ensure they are subscribed to errata notifications, and actively participate in community discussions for support. This proactive approach will help maintain system integrity and security against potential vulnerabilities.
For further updates and information, users can manage their notification preferences and reach out to the AlmaLinux community via the designated chat platform.
**Kind regards,
AlmaLinux Team*
Kernel updates for AlmaLinux
AlmaLinux has received three kernel security updates:
ALSA-2025:8247: kernel-rt security update (Moderate)
ALSA-2025:8246: kernel security update (Moderate)
ALSA-2025:8142: kernel security update (Moderate)
