REDHAT-BUG-2362826: Low severity Gnome GLib vulnerability
Published Apr 29, 2025
·Updated
GLib prior to 2.84.1 is vulnerable to a denial of service on Windows platforms. If an application attempts to spawn a program using an extremely long command line, it will crash.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gnome GLib<2.84.1
Event History
Apr 29, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·02:04 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2362826?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2362826 is critical as it leads to a denial of service on Windows platforms.
2
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2362826?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2362826, upgrade GLib to version 2.84.1 or later.
3
What specific issue does REDHAT-BUG-2362826 cause?
REDHAT-BUG-2362826 causes applications to crash when attempting to spawn a program with an extremely long command line.
4
Which platforms are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2362826?
REDHAT-BUG-2362826 primarily affects Windows platforms.
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What version of GLib is vulnerable in REDHAT-BUG-2362826?
GLib versions prior to 2.84.1 are vulnerable in REDHAT-BUG-2362826.