RHSA-2022:8291: Moderate: rsync security and bug fix update
The rsync utility enables the users to copy and synchronize files locally or across a network. Synchronization with rsync is fast because rsync only sends the differences in files over the network instead of sending whole files. The rsync utility is also used as a mirroring tool.Security Fix(es): zlib: heap-based buffer over-read and overflow in inflate() in inflate.c via a large gzip header extra field (CVE-2022-37434) 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.Additional Changes:For detailed information on changes in this release, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 Release Notes linked from the References section.
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What is the severity of RHSA-2022:8291?
The severity of RHSA-2022:8291 is classified as noteworthy due to potential vulnerabilities found in the rsync utility.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:8291?
To fix RHSA-2022:8291, you should update the rsync package to version 3.2.3-18.el9 or later.
What versions of rsync are affected by RHSA-2022:8291?
RHSA-2022:8291 affects rsync versions before 3.2.3-18.el9.
Is RHSA-2022:8291 related to network security?
Yes, RHSA-2022:8291 addresses vulnerabilities that could impact file synchronization security across networks.
What is the purpose of the rsync utility mentioned in RHSA-2022:8291?
The rsync utility is used for copying and synchronizing files efficiently by sending only the differences between files.