RHSA-2021:0057: Important: libpq security update
The libpq package provides the PostgreSQL client library, which allows client programs to connect to PostgreSQL servers. <br>The following packages have been upgraded to a later upstream version: libpq (12.5). (BZ#1898227, BZ#1901559)<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> postgresql: Reconnection can downgrade connection security settings (CVE-2020-25694)</li> <li> postgresql: psql's \gset allows overwriting specially treated variables (CVE-2020-25696)</li> 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-2021:0057?
The severity of RHSA-2021:0057 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:0057?
To fix RHSA-2021:0057, upgrade the affected libpq package to version 12.5-1.el8_2.
What specific packages are affected by RHSA-2021:0057?
The affected packages for RHSA-2021:0057 include libpq, libpq-debuginfo, libpq-devel, and their corresponding debugsource versions.
Is RHSA-2021:0057 applicable to all architectures?
Yes, RHSA-2021:0057 is applicable to multiple architectures including x86_64 and ppc64le.
What should I do after applying the fix for RHSA-2021:0057?
After applying the fix for RHSA-2021:0057, it is recommended to restart any dependent services to ensure they use the updated library.