RHSA-2022:1076: Important: openssl security update
OpenSSL is a toolkit that implements the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocols, as well as a full-strength general-purpose cryptography library.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> openssl: Infinite loop in BNmodsqrt() reachable when parsing certificates (CVE-2022-0778)</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-2022:1076?
The severity of RHSA-2022:1076 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:1076?
To fix RHSA-2022:1076, update the affected OpenSSL packages to the version 1.0.2k-10.el7_4.
What software is affected by RHSA-2022:1076?
RHSA-2022:1076 affects multiple packages including openssl, openssl-libs, and openssl-devel.
What is the vulnerability in RHSA-2022:1076?
The vulnerability in RHSA-2022:1076 is an infinite loop in the BN_mod_sqrt() function when parsing certificates.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2022:1076?
There is no official workaround for RHSA-2022:1076; updating the vulnerable packages is recommended.