RHSA-2020:3176: Important: postgresql-jdbc security update
PostgreSQL is an advanced object-relational database management system. The postgresql-jdbc package includes the .jar files needed for Java programs to access a PostgreSQL database.Security Fix(es): postgresql-jdbc: XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in PgSQLXML (CVE-2020-13692) This update introduces a backwards incompatible change required to resolve this issue. Refer to the Red Hat Knowledgebase article 5266441 linked to in the References section for information on how to re-enable the old insecure behavior.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-2020:3176?
RHSA-2020:3176 is classified as an Important security vulnerability.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:3176?
To fix RHSA-2020:3176, upgrade the postgresql-jdbc package to version 42.2.3-3.el8_2 or later.
What type of vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2020:3176?
RHSA-2020:3176 addresses an XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in the postgresql-jdbc package.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2020:3176?
The affected packages include postgresql-jdbc and postgresql-jdbc-javadoc versions prior to 42.2.3-3.el8_2.
Is there a risk of using an outdated version of postgresql-jdbc related to RHSA-2020:3176?
Yes, using an outdated version of postgresql-jdbc exposes your application to potential XXE attacks as detailed in RHSA-2020:3176.