REDHAT-BUG-515195: Medium severity XML libxml vulnerability
A stack overflow flaw was found in libxml by parsing root XML document element DTD definition. Providing a specially-crafted XML file would lead to excessive stack growth and denial of service (application crash), when opened by a victim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-515195?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-515195 is significant as it can lead to a denial of service due to stack overflow.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-515195?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-515195, update the libxml library to the latest patched version that addresses the stack overflow vulnerability.
What causes the REDHAT-BUG-515195 vulnerability?
The REDHAT-BUG-515195 vulnerability is caused by excessive stack growth when parsing a specially-crafted XML file with a DTD definition.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-515195?
Any application that utilizes the affected versions of the libxml library for XML parsing may be impacted by REDHAT-BUG-515195.
What is the potential impact of REDHAT-BUG-515195?
The potential impact of REDHAT-BUG-515195 is an application crash, leading to a denial of service for users attempting to process certain XML files.