RHSA-2007:0957: Moderate: opal security update
Open Phone Abstraction Library (opal) is implementation of varioustelephony and video communication protocols for use over packet based networks.In Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, the Ekiga application uses opal.A flaw was discovered in the way opal handled certain Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) packets. An attacker could use this flaw to crash an application, such as Ekiga, which is linked with opal. (CVE-2007-4924)Users should upgrade to these updated opal packages which contain a backported patch to correct this issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2007:0957?
The severity of RHSA-2007:0957 is classified as moderate.
How do I fix RHSA-2007:0957?
To fix RHSA-2007:0957, apply the appropriate security updates provided by Red Hat for the Open Phone Abstraction Library (opal).
What are the affected systems for RHSA-2007:0957?
RHSA-2007:0957 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, specifically the Ekiga application that uses opal.
What is the purpose of Open Phone Abstraction Library (opal) in RHSA-2007:0957?
Open Phone Abstraction Library (opal) is used for implementing various telephony and video communication protocols over packet-based networks.
Was there a specific flaw identified in RHSA-2007:0957?
Yes, RHSA-2007:0957 identified a flaw in the way opal handled certain session parameters.