REDHAT-BUG-1338708
First published: Mon May 23 2016(Updated: )
A vulnerability was found in the libxml2 library. A heap-buffer-overflow could happen in xmlStrncat. References: <a href="https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=763071">https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=763071</a> Upstream fix: <a href="https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=8fbbf5513d609c1770b391b99e33314cd0742704">https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=8fbbf5513d609c1770b391b99e33314cd0742704</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libxml2 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=763071
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/libxml2/commit/?id=8fbbf5513d609c1770b391b99e33314cd0742704
- 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=1338708
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338708?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1338708 is considered high due to the potential for a heap-buffer-overflow in the libxml2 library.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1338708?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1338708, upgrade the libxml2 library to the latest version that includes the upstream patch.
What is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1338708?
REDHAT-BUG-1338708 affects the libxml2 library used in various applications that rely on XML parsing.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1338708?
REDHAT-BUG-1338708 is classified as a heap-buffer-overflow vulnerability, which can lead to application crashes or unauthorized code execution.
Are there any known exploits for REDHAT-BUG-1338708?
As of now, there are no publicly known exploits specifically targeting REDHAT-BUG-1338708.
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