RHSA-2022:2214: Important: zlib security update

Published May 11, 2022
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Updated

The zlib packages provide a general-purpose lossless data compression library that is used by many different programs.Security Fix(es): zlib: A flaw found in zlib when compressing (not decompressing) certain inputs (CVE-2018-25032) 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

12 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/zlib<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/minizip<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/minizip<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/minizip-devel<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/minizip-devel<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib-debuginfo<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib-debuginfo<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib-devel<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib-devel<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib-static<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10
redhat/zlib-static<1.2.3-31.el6_10
1.2.3-31.el6_10

Remediation

Event History

Feb 5, 2026
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·06:05 PM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·06:05 PM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2022:2214?

The severity of RHSA-2022:2214 is classified as moderate due to the flaw in zlib when compressing certain inputs.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2022:2214?

To fix RHSA-2022:2214, update the zlib and related packages to version 1.2.3-31.el6_10 or later.

3

What software is affected by RHSA-2022:2214?

RHSA-2022:2214 affects zlib, minizip, minizip-devel, and their respective debuginfo and static packages.

4

What specific vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2022:2214?

RHSA-2022:2214 addresses the CVE-2018-25032 vulnerability in zlib.

5

Is this a critical vulnerability in RHSA-2022:2214?

No, the vulnerability in RHSA-2022:2214 is not considered critical but can potentially lead to denial of service under certain conditions.

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