RHSA-2023:0975: Important: zlib security update
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2023:0975?
The severity of RHSA-2023:0975 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:0975?
To fix RHSA-2023:0975, upgrade the affected zlib and minizip packages to version 1.2.7-18.el7_6.1 or later.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2023:0975 address?
RHSA-2023:0975 addresses a flaw in zlib related to compressing certain inputs as identified by CVE-2018-25032.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2023:0975?
The affected packages include zlib, minizip, minizip-devel, and their respective debuginfo and static versions.
Is RHSA-2023:0975 applicable to all systems?
RHSA-2023:0975 applies to systems running the specified versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux that include the affected zlib and minizip packages.