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Rocky Linux 8 Kernel Security Update for CVE-2026-31669 RLSA-2026

Linuxsecurity •LinuxSecurity Advisories • June 19, 2026

An update is available for kernel. This update affects Rocky Linux 8. A Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) base score, which gives a detailed severity rating, is available for each vulnerability from the CVE list

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Critical Vulnerabilities in Rocky Linux Affecting Multiple Components Rocky Linux has released multiple security updates addressing critical vulnerabilities across various components, including 389-ds-base, HPLIP, and dracut. The vulnerabilities include a denial-of-service (DoS) issue in 389-ds-base (CVE-2026-8631) and critical privilege escalation vulnerabilities in HPLIP and dracut (CVE-2026-31669). These vulnerabilities affect Rocky Linux versions 8 and 10, with potential for remote exploitation. Administrators are urged to apply the patches immediately to mitigate risks. The updates were published on June 19, 2026, and include detailed CVSS scores for each vulnerability. The vulnerabilities have been confirmed and are considered high risk due to their potential impact on system integrity and availability. 860 sources 74

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CVE-2026-31669