REDHAT-BUG-2211828
First published: Fri Jun 02 2023(Updated: )
GLib's GVariant deserialization prior to GLib 2.74.4 failed to validate the input conforms to the expected format, leading to denial of service. Referenves: <a href="https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/glib/-/issues/2794">https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/glib/-/issues/2794</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNOME libraries | <2.74.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://gitlab.gnome.org/GNOME/glib/-/issues/2794
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2212699
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2212700
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2212704
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2212701
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2212707
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:6631
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:2528
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2211828
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2211828?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2211828 is classified as denial of service due to improper input validation in GLib's GVariant deserialization.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2211828?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2211828, update GLib to version 2.74.4 or later.
Which versions of GLib are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2211828?
GLib versions prior to 2.74.4 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2211828.
What causes the vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-2211828?
The vulnerability in REDHAT-BUG-2211828 is caused by GLib's GVariant deserialization failing to validate input format.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2211828?
Currently, there is no officially recommended workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2211828 other than updating to the fixed version.
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