RHSA-2022:4899: Important: compat-openssl11 security and bug fix 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. compat-openssl11 provides the legacy 1.1 version of OpenSSL for use with older binaries.Security Fix(es): openssl: Infinite loop in BNmodsqrt() reachable when parsing certificates (CVE-2022-0778) 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.Bug Fix(es): compat-openssl11 breaks in FIPS (BZ#2091968)
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What is the severity of RHSA-2022:4899?
RHSA-2022:4899 is classified as a security vulnerability that affects the compat-openssl11 package.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:4899?
To mitigate RHSA-2022:4899, upgrade the compat-openssl11 package to version 1.1.1k-4.el9_0 or later.
What software is affected by RHSA-2022:4899?
RHSA-2022:4899 impacts the compat-openssl11 package across various architectures including x86_64 and ppc64le.
What vulnerabilities does RHSA-2022:4899 address?
RHSA-2022:4899 addresses security issues in the OpenSSL library, specifically related to SSL and TLS protocols.
Is a reboot required after fixing RHSA-2022:4899?
A system reboot is not typically required after updating the compat-openssl11 package to address RHSA-2022:4899.