RHSA-2020:5638: Important: libpq security update
The libpq package provides the PostgreSQL client library, which allows client programs to connect to PostgreSQL servers. The following packages have been upgraded to a later upstream version: libpq (12.5). (BZ#1898225, BZ#1901562)Security Fix(es): postgresql: Reconnection can downgrade connection security settings (CVE-2020-25694) postgresql: psql's \gset allows overwriting specially treated variables (CVE-2020-25696) 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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What is the severity of RHSA-2020:5638?
The severity of RHSA-2020:5638 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2020:5638?
To fix RHSA-2020:5638, upgrade the libpq package to version 12.5-1.el8_0 or later.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2020:5638?
The affected packages include libpq, libpq-devel, and their respective debuginfo and debugsource variants.
What does RHSA-2020:5638 address?
RHSA-2020:5638 addresses a security vulnerability in the PostgreSQL client library, libpq.
Is it safe to continue using libpq before applying the RHSA-2020:5638 fix?
It is not recommended to continue using libpq without applying the fix due to the potential security risks.