RHSA-2019:2722: Low: libwmf security update
The libwmf packages provide a library for reading and converting Windows Metafile Format (WMF) vector graphics. The library is used by applications such as GIMP and ImageMagick.Security Fix(es): gd: double free in the gdImagePtr in gdgifout.c, gdjpeg.c, and gdwbmp.c (CVE-2019-6978) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:2722?
The severity of RHSA-2019:2722 is classified as low.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:2722?
To fix RHSA-2019:2722, you should update the libwmf package to version 0.2.9-8.el8_0.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2019:2722?
RHSA-2019:2722 affects systems running the libwmf package versions prior to 0.2.9-8.el8_0.
What are the main issues addressed in RHSA-2019:2722?
RHSA-2019:2722 addresses a double free vulnerability in multiple GD library components.
Is there a specific version of libwmf recommended after RHSA-2019:2722?
Yes, version 0.2.9-8.el8_0 is the recommended version to resolve the issues in RHSA-2019:2722.