RHSA-2021:5206: Moderate: log4j security update

Published Dec 20, 2021
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Updated

Log4j is a tool to help the programmer output log statements to a variety of output targets.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> log4j: Remote code execution in Log4j 1.x when application is configured to use JMSAppender (CVE-2021-4104)</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.

Affected Software

16 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/log4j<1.2.17-17.el7_4
1.2.17-17.el7_4
redhat/log4j<1.2.17-17.el7_4
1.2.17-17.el7_4
redhat/log4j-javadoc<1.2.17-17.el7_4
1.2.17-17.el7_4
redhat/log4j-manual<1.2.17-17.el7_4
1.2.17-17.el7_4
redhat/log4j<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j-debuginfo<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j-javadoc<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j-manual<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j<1.2.17-16.el7_3
1.2.17-16.el7_3
redhat/log4j<1.2.17-16.el7_3
1.2.17-16.el7_3
redhat/log4j-javadoc<1.2.17-16.el7_3
1.2.17-16.el7_3
redhat/log4j-manual<1.2.17-16.el7_3
1.2.17-16.el7_3
redhat/log4j-debuginfo<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j-javadoc<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
redhat/log4j-manual<1.2.14-6.5.el6_10
1.2.14-6.5.el6_10

Remediation

Event History

Oct 2, 2024
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·02:24 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2021:5206?

The severity of RHSA-2021:5206 is considered critical due to the potential for remote code execution in Log4j 1.x.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2021:5206?

To fix RHSA-2021:5206, upgrade to the latest version of Log4j as specified in the advisory.

3

What versions of Log4j are affected by RHSA-2021:5206?

Versions of Log4j 1.x prior to 1.2.17-17.el7_4 and 1.2.14-6.5.el6_10 are affected by RHSA-2021:5206.

4

What kind of vulnerability is associated with RHSA-2021:5206?

RHSA-2021:5206 is associated with a remote code execution vulnerability in Log4j when using JMSAppender.

5

Is upgrading to Log4j 1.2.17-17.el7_4 mandatory due to RHSA-2021:5206?

Yes, upgrading to Log4j 1.2.17-17.el7_4 or the respective patched version is mandatory to mitigate risks from RHSA-2021:5206.

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