REDHAT-BUG-1338686
First published: Mon May 23 2016(Updated: )
A vulnerability was found in the libxml2 library. A maliciously crafted file could cause the application to crash due to a heap-based buffer underread in xmlParseName. References: <a href="https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=759573">https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=759573</a> Upstream fix: <a href="https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=00906759053986b8079985644172085f74331f83">https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=00906759053986b8079985644172085f74331f83</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libxml2 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=759573
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=00906759053986b8079985644172085f74331f83
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016:1292
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1349794
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1349795
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2957.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1338686
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338686?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338686 is considered high due to the potential for a heap-based buffer underread.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1338686?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1338686, update the libxml2 library to the latest version as recommended in the vendor's advisories.
What causes the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-1338686?
The vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-1338686 is caused by improper handling of a maliciously crafted file which can lead to a crash.
What are the potential impacts of REDHAT-BUG-1338686?
The potential impacts of REDHAT-BUG-1338686 include application crashes and possible denial of service.
Which software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1338686?
The software affected by REDHAT-BUG-1338686 includes the GNOME libxml2 library.
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