RHSA-2020:5499: Moderate: nodejs:12 security and bug fix update
Node.js is a software development platform for building fast and scalable network applications in the JavaScript programming language. Security Fix(es): nodejs-y18n: prototype pollution vulnerability (CVE-2020-7774) c-ares: aresparse{a,aaaa}reply() insufficient naddrttls validation DoS (CVE-2020-8277) nodejs-ajv: prototype pollution via crafted JSON schema in ajv.validate function (CVE-2020-15366) 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.Bug Fix(es): yarn install crashes with nodejs:12 on aarch64 (BZ#1901045)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2020:5499?
The severity of RHSA-2020:5499 is considered significant due to the existence of prototype pollution vulnerability.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:5499?
To fix RHSA-2020:5499, update the affected packages to versions 12.19.1-1.module+el8.3.0+8851+b7b41ca0 or newer as recommended.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2020:5499?
RHSA-2020:5499 addresses a prototype pollution vulnerability in nodejs-y18n and insufficiencies in c-ares.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2020:5499?
The affected packages include nodejs, nodejs-nodemon, and nodejs-packaging among others.
Is there a recommended action for systems running affected packages from RHSA-2020:5499?
Yes, it is recommended to apply the updates immediately to mitigate potential risks.