CVE-2015-3216: Race Condition
First published: Wed Jun 03 2015(Updated: )
A regression was found in the openssl packages shipped with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 and 7, leading to a denial-of-service when openssl is used with multi-threaded applications. More details about this issue is available at: <a class="bz_bug_link bz_secure " title="" href="show_bug.cgi?id=1226204">https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1226204</a>
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =7.0 | |
| OpenSSL libcrypto | =1.0.1e-25.el7 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1226204
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1227574#c0
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1225994
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1231051
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1227734
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1115.html
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2957.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1227574
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-06/msg00023.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-06/msg00024.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-06/msg00026.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-07/msg00004.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2015-07/msg00006.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1115.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2957.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/75219
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032587
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1225994
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-3216?
CVE-2015-3216 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial-of-service condition in multi-threaded applications using OpenSSL.
How does CVE-2015-3216 impact OpenSSL users?
CVE-2015-3216 affects OpenSSL users by leading to potential service disruptions due to its denial-of-service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2015-3216?
To fix CVE-2015-3216, users should update their OpenSSL packages to the latest stable version provided by Red Hat.
Which versions of Red Hat are affected by CVE-2015-3216?
CVE-2015-3216 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 6 and 7, particularly with OpenSSL version 1.0.1e-25.el7.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-3216?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2015-3216; the recommended action is to apply security updates as they become available.
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