REDHAT-BUG-1338700
First published: Mon May 23 2016(Updated: )
A vulnerability was found in the libxml2 library. There exist a possible format string vulnerability. <a href="https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=761029">https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=761029</a> Upstream fixes: <a href="https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=4472c3a5a5b516aaf59b89be602fbce52756c3e9">https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=4472c3a5a5b516aaf59b89be602fbce52756c3e9</a> <a href="https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=502f6a6d08b08c04b3ddfb1cd21b2f699c1b7f5b">https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=502f6a6d08b08c04b3ddfb1cd21b2f699c1b7f5b</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libxml2 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=761029
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=4472c3a5a5b516aaf59b89be602fbce52756c3e9
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=502f6a6d08b08c04b3ddfb1cd21b2f699c1b7f5b
- 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=1338700
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338700?
The vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-1338700 is classified as a format string vulnerability that could potentially lead to code execution.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1338700?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1338700, upgrade the libxml2 library to the latest version that includes the security patch.
What is the potential impact of REDHAT-BUG-1338700?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-1338700 includes possible unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code on affected systems.
Is REDHAT-BUG-1338700 active in the wild?
As of now, there are no reports indicating that REDHAT-BUG-1338700 is actively being exploited in the wild.
Which versions of libxml2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1338700?
Specific versions of libxml2 that are vulnerable are not listed, so it is recommended to check your current version against the latest secure release.
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