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Debian issues security update fixing several Linux kernel vulnerabilities

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Debian Security Advisory DSA-6616-1 covers a linux package update addressing several vulnerabilities. The impact is described as privilege escalation, denial of service and information disclosure. The article does not list CVE IDs or affected kernel versions, so defenders should review the Debian tracker entry for those details and apply the updated kernel packages.

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What to do

  1. Install the Debian linux security update from advisory DSA-6616-1.
  2. Reboot affected Debian systems so the updated kernel is loaded.
  3. Check the Debian security tracker for the CVE list and affected versions.

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