REDHAT-BUG-1338706: Buffer Overflow
Published May 23, 2016
·Updated
A vulnerability was found in the libxml2 library. A heap-buffer overflow could happen in xmlFAParsePosCharGroup
References:
https://bugzilla.gnome.org/showbug.cgi?id=757711
Upstream fix:
https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=cbb271655cadeb8dbb258a64701d9a3a0c4835b4
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gnome libxml2
Event History
May 23, 2016
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:56 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338706?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338706 is considered critical due to the potential for a heap-buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1338706?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1338706, update the libxml2 library to the latest patched version provided by your vendor.
3
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1338706?
REDHAT-BUG-1338706 primarily affects systems that utilize the libxml2 library.
4
Is there a known exploit for REDHAT-BUG-1338706?
As of now, there are no publicly known exploits specifically targeting REDHAT-BUG-1338706.
5
When was REDHAT-BUG-1338706 reported?
REDHAT-BUG-1338706 was reported on August 31, 2016.