RHSA-2021:2173: Important: glib2 security update
GLib provides the core application building blocks for libraries and applications written in C. It provides the core object system used in GNOME, the main loop implementation, and a large set of utility functions for strings and common data structures.Security Fix(es): glib: integer overflow in gbytesnew function on 64-bit platforms due to an implicit cast from 64 bits to 32 bits (CVE-2021-27219) 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-2021:2173?
The severity of RHSA-2021:2173 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:2173?
To fix RHSA-2021:2173, you need to update packages such as glib2 to version 2.46.2-5.el7_3.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2021:2173?
The affected packages include glib2, glib2-debuginfo, glib2-devel, glib2-doc, and glib2-fam.
Is RHSA-2021:2173 related to security vulnerabilities?
Yes, RHSA-2021:2173 addresses security vulnerabilities in the GLib library.
When was RHSA-2021:2173 released?
RHSA-2021:2173 was released on July 21, 2021.