REDHAT-BUG-2397901: High severity tar-fs tar-fs vulnerability

Published Sep 24, 2025
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Updated

tar-fs provides filesystem bindings for tar-stream. Versions prior to 3.1.1, 2.1.3, and 1.16.5 are vulnerable to symlink validation bypass if the destination directory is predictable with a specific tarball. This issue has been patched in version 3.1.1, 2.1.4, and 1.16.6. A workaround involves using the ignore option on non files/directories.

Affected Software

3 affected components
tar-fs tar-fs<3.1.1
tar-fs tar-fs<2.1.3
tar-fs tar-fs<1.16.5

Event History

Sep 24, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·06:01 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2397901?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2397901 is considered high due to the symlink validation bypass vulnerability.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2397901?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2397901, update to versions 3.1.1, 2.1.4, or 1.16.6 of the tar-fs package.

3

What are the vulnerable versions in REDHAT-BUG-2397901?

The vulnerable versions for REDHAT-BUG-2397901 are prior to 3.1.1, 2.1.3, and 1.16.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2397901?

REDHAT-BUG-2397901 is a symlink validation bypass vulnerability that can be exploited under certain conditions.

5

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2397901?

Yes, a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2397901 involves using predictable destination directories when handling specific tarballs.

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