RHSA-2021:4725: Moderate: OpenShift Virtualization 2.6.8 Images security and bug fix update

Published Nov 17, 2021
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Updated

OpenShift Virtualization is Red Hat's virtualization solution designed for Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform.This advisory contains the following OpenShift Virtualization 2.6.8 images:RHEL-8-CNV-2.6==============kubevirt-v2v-conversion-container-v2.6.8-1hyperconverged-cluster-webhook-container-v2.6.8-1vm-import-controller-container-v2.6.8-1kubevirt-cpu-model-nfd-plugin-container-v2.6.8-2vm-import-operator-container-v2.6.8-1kubevirt-cpu-node-labeller-container-v2.6.8-1kubevirt-ssp-operator-container-v2.6.8-1kubemacpool-container-v2.6.8-1cluster-network-addons-operator-container-v2.6.8-1virt-cdi-cloner-container-v2.6.8-1virt-cdi-uploadproxy-container-v2.6.8-1kubernetes-nmstate-handler-container-v2.6.8-1ovs-cni-plugin-container-v2.6.8-1ovs-cni-marker-container-v2.6.8-1hostpath-provisioner-operator-container-v2.6.8-1kubevirt-vmware-container-v2.6.8-2kubevirt-template-validator-container-v2.6.8-2kubevirt-kvm-info-nfd-plugin-container-v2.6.8-1node-maintenance-operator-container-v2.6.8-1vm-import-virtv2v-container-v2.6.8-1hostpath-provisioner-container-v2.6.8-1virt-cdi-uploadserver-container-v2.6.8-1cnv-containernetworking-plugins-container-v2.6.8-1virtio-win-container-v2.6.8-2virt-cdi-controller-container-v2.6.8-1virt-cdi-importer-container-v2.6.8-1virt-cdi-apiserver-container-v2.6.8-1virt-cdi-operator-container-v2.6.8-1bridge-marker-container-v2.6.8-1hyperconverged-cluster-operator-container-v2.6.8-1cnv-must-gather-container-v2.6.8-5virt-launcher-container-v2.6.8-5virt-operator-container-v2.6.8-5virt-api-container-v2.6.8-5virt-controller-container-v2.6.8-5virt-handler-container-v2.6.8-5hco-bundle-registry-container-v2.6.8-23Security Fix(es): golang: net: incorrect parsing of extraneous zero characters at the beginning of an IP address octet (CVE-2021-29923) golang: crypto/tls: certificate of wrong type is causing TLS client to panic (CVE-2021-34558) 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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization

Remediation

Event History

Nov 17, 2021
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2021:4725?

The severity of RHSA-2021:4725 is considered critical due to its potential vulnerabilities in OpenShift Virtualization.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2021:4725?

To fix RHSA-2021:4725, you should update your OpenShift Virtualization to the latest image version provided in the advisory.

3

What software is affected by RHSA-2021:4725?

RHSA-2021:4725 affects OpenShift Virtualization 2.6.8 images, including the RHEL-8-CNV-2.6.

4

Is there a workaround for RHSA-2021:4725?

Currently, the recommended solution for RHSA-2021:4725 is to apply the updates rather than relying on a workaround.

5

How can I check if I am affected by RHSA-2021:4725?

You can check if you are affected by RHSA-2021:4725 by comparing your OpenShift Virtualization version with the versions listed in the advisory.

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