REDHAT-BUG-2357069: Medium severity libsoup vulnerability

Published Apr 3, 2025
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Updated

libsoup prior to version 3.6.1 is vulnerable to a heap buffer over-read in the content sniffer's sniffunknown() function. libsoup clients may read out of bounds in response to a crafted HTTP response sent by an HTTP server.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Gnome libsoup<3.6.1

Event History

Apr 3, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:43 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2357069?

The vulnerability REDHAT-BUG-2357069 is classified as a moderate severity issue due to the potential for heap buffer over-reads.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2357069?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2357069, upgrade libsoup to version 3.6.1 or later.

3

What is the impact of REDHAT-BUG-2357069 on applications using libsoup?

Applications using libsoup prior to version 3.6.1 may be at risk of reading out-of-bounds data which can lead to unexpected behavior or security issues.

4

Are there any workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-2357069?

There are no known workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-2357069; the best solution is to upgrade to the patched version.

5

Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2357069?

Any user or application utilizing libsoup versions prior to 3.6.1 is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2357069.

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