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Security incident · checklist estimated

Azure Linux receives over 470 security fixes in one update

Tier C · Keep an eye on it – Check if you’re affected

Tier C because: Hits tech teams

Reach

Attack

Damage

Fix

What to do

  1. Update Azure Linux to version 3.0.2022 or later

The Brief

  • Microsoft released Azure Linux 3.0.2022 over the weekend.
  • The release packs more than 470 CVE fixes into a single update.
  • The Register reports the update comes as the software industry's vulnerability count keeps growing.

Why it matters

Azure Linux users running older builds carry a large number of known vulnerabilities until they apply this update.

The checklist behind the tier

Checklist · 1 of 10 yes · estimated from older data, not yet checked against the sources
YesHits tech teamsDoes it affect software, devices or services that developers, ops or IT teams build with, run or are responsible for?
NoCore infrastructureIs the flaw in, or the compromise of, software that nearly every team runs?
NoPopular toolIs the flaw in, or the compromise of, a widely used framework, tool, platform, OS or package?
NoExploited in the wildDo sources report real attacks using it?
NoPublic exploitIs a working exploit or detailed proof-of-concept public?
NoRemote, no loginCan an attacker use it over the network without credentials or user interaction?
NoFull takeoverDoes it lead to code execution, root/admin rights or full account takeover?
NoSecrets exposedWere credentials, tokens, keys, configs, source code or customer data stolen or exposed?
NoSupply chainWas malicious code shipped through a channel developers trust?
NoNo fix yetIs there no patched version yet?

Source

Microsoft's Azure Linux gets 470-plus security fixes in one almighty patching session ↗ www.theregister.com - Articles · 3h ago

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