REDHAT-BUG-2024633
First published: Thu Nov 18 2021(Updated: )
A flaw was found in glibc. The realpath function may sometimes return a unexpected value, potentially leading to disclosure of sensitive data.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU C Library |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2039674
- https://sourceware.org/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=28770
- https://patchwork.sourceware.org/project/glibc/patch/20220113055920.3155918-1-siddhesh@sourceware.org/
- https://sourceware.org/git/gitweb.cgi?p=glibc.git;h=ee8d5e33adb284601c00c94687bc907e10aec9bb
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2024633
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2024633?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2024633 is considered moderate due to the potential for sensitive data disclosure.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2024633?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2024633, update your GNU glibc to the latest version where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What systems are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2024633?
Systems utilizing vulnerable versions of GNU glibc are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2024633.
What is the impact of REDHAT-BUG-2024633?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-2024633 includes the possible disclosure of sensitive data due to unexpected return values from the realpath function.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2024633?
Currently, there are no known workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-2024633 other than applying the patch when available.
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