RHSA-2020:1827: Moderate: libxml2 security update
The libxml2 library is a development toolbox providing the implementation of various XML standards.Security Fix(es): libxml2: NULL pointer dereference in xmlXPathCompOpEval() function in xpath.c (CVE-2018-14404) libxml2: infinite loop in xzdecomp function in xzlib.c (CVE-2018-9251) 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.Additional Changes:For detailed information on changes in this release, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.2 Release Notes linked from the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2020:1827?
The severity of RHSA-2020:1827 is classified as moderate.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:1827?
To fix RHSA-2020:1827, upgrade the libxml2 package to version 2.9.7-7.el8 or later.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2020:1827?
RHSA-2020:1827 addresses a NULL pointer dereference in xmlXPathCompOpEval() and an infinite loop in the xz_decomp function.
Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2020:1827?
Affected packages include libxml2, libxml2-debugsource, libxml2-devel, python3-libxml2, and their corresponding debuginfo versions.
Is a reboot required after applying the fix for RHSA-2020:1827?
A reboot is not typically required after applying the fix for RHSA-2020:1827, but it's advisable to verify service health.