Multiple Linux kernel flaws in Ubuntu affect privilege escalation
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Multiple vulnerabilities in Ubuntu Linux kernel enable privilege escalation, denial of service, and data integrity attacks across versions 14.04 through 26.04.
CERT-FR has released a security advisory covering multiple vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel across multiple Ubuntu releases, including ESM (Extended Security Maintenance) versions 14.04, 16.04, 18.04, 20.04 and current LTS releases 22.04, 24.04, and 26.04 LTS. The vulnerabilities enable attackers to achieve privilege escalation, trigger remote denial of service conditions, and compromise data integrity. Ubuntu has published eight separate security bulletins (USN-8714-2, USN-8725-1 through USN-8730-1, and USN-8748-1) dated September 2026 addressing these kernel issues. Organizations running Ubuntu systems should prioritize applying kernel updates from the referenced security notices to mitigate these risks.
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Source reporting: https://www.cert.ssi.gouv.fr/avis/CERTFR-2026-AVI-1162
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