RHSA-2021:2175: 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.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> glib: integer overflow in gbytesnew function on 64-bit platforms due to an implicit cast from 64 bits to 32 bits (CVE-2021-27219)</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-2021:2175?
RHSA-2021:2175 is classified with a moderate severity level.
How do I fix the vulnerability identified by RHSA-2021:2175?
To fix RHSA-2021:2175, you should update the affected packages to version 2.56.1-6.el7_7 or newer.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2021:2175?
The affected packages in RHSA-2021:2175 include glib2, glib2-debuginfo, glib2-devel, and others.
Is there a specific version that addresses the issues in RHSA-2021:2175?
Yes, the version that addresses the issues in RHSA-2021:2175 is 2.56.1-6.el7_7.
What software does RHSA-2021:2175 pertain to?
RHSA-2021:2175 pertains to the GLib library, which is fundamental for applications written in C, especially those in the GNOME desktop environment.