RHSA-2021:2203: 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-2021:2203?
The severity of RHSA-2021:2203 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:2203?
To fix RHSA-2021:2203, upgrade the affected packages to version 2.42.2-6.el7_2.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2021:2203?
The affected packages in RHSA-2021:2203 include glib2, glib2-debuginfo, glib2-devel, and glib2-doc.
What types of systems does RHSA-2021:2203 affect?
RHSA-2021:2203 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 systems, specifically those using the vulnerable versions of glib2.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2021:2203?
There is no specific workaround for RHSA-2021:2203 other than applying the recommended updates.