REDHAT-BUG-2372379: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Jun 12, 2025
·Updated
A null pointer dereference vulnerability was discovered in the libxml2. The issue occurs in the xmlSchematronFormatReport function when processing incorrect XPath expressions in Schematron schema reports, leading to undefined behavior and potential crashes.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gnome libxml2
Event History
Jun 12, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·12:33 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2372379?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2372379 is considered high due to its potential to cause crashes.
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How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2372379?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2372379, update to the latest version of libxml2 that addresses the null pointer dereference issue.
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What software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2372379?
REDHAT-BUG-2372379 affects the GNOME libxml2 library.
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What is the impact of REDHAT-BUG-2372379?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-2372379 includes undefined behavior which can lead to application crashes.
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When was REDHAT-BUG-2372379 discovered?
REDHAT-BUG-2372379 was discovered in the libxml2 during the handling of incorrect XPath expressions.