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Abstract
Kernel modules compiled dynamically or by third parties do not work when Secure Boot based on static keys is enabled.
Content
Linux Releases Affected
RHEL 8.5, RHEL 8.6, and RHEL 9.0.
IBM Systems Affected
IBM Power10.
Symptoms
When secure boot based on static keys is enabled, certain features that involve modules compiled
on the system dynamically or by third parties do not work. This includes third party device drivers
and the systemtap kernel module backend.
Workaround
Users of systemap can try the --runtime=bpf or --runtime=dyninst backends, though they have
limitations.
Fix Outlook
None
I/O device impacted
None.
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Document Information
Modified date:
16 February 2022
UID
ibm16556748