RHSA-2008:0261: Moderate: Red Hat Network Satellite Server security update

Published May 20, 2008
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Updated

During an internal security review, a cross-site scripting flaw was foundthat affected the Red Hat Network channel search feature. (CVE-2007-5961)This release also corrects several security vulnerabilities in variouscomponents shipped as part of the Red Hat Network Satellite Server. In atypical operating environment, these components are not exposed to users ofSatellite Server in a vulnerable manner. These security updates will reducerisk in unique Satellite Server environments.Multiple flaws were fixed in the Apache HTTPD server. These flaws couldresult in a cross-site scripting, denial-of-service, or informationdisclosure attacks. (CVE-2004-0885, CVE-2006-5752, CVE-2006-7197,CVE-2007-1860, CVE-2007-3304, CVE-2007-4465, CVE-2007-5000, CVE-2007-6388)A denial-of-service flaw was fixed in modperl. (CVE-2007-1349)A denial-of-service flaw was fixed in the jabberd server. (CVE-2006-1329)Multiple cross-site scripting flaws were fixed in the image map feature inthe JFreeChart package. (CVE-2007-6306)Multiple flaws were fixed in the IBM Java 1.4.2 Runtime. (CVE-2007-0243,CVE-2007-2435, CVE-2007-2788, CVE-2007-2789)Two arbitrary code execution flaws were fixed in the OpenMotif package.(CVE-2005-3964, CVE-2005-0605)A flaw which could result in weak encryption was fixed in theperl-Crypt-CBC package. (CVE-2006-0898)Multiple flaws were fixed in the Tomcat package. (CVE-2008-0128,CVE-2007-5461, CVE-2007-3385, CVE-2007-3382, CVE-2007-1358, CVE-2007-1355,CVE-2007-2450, CVE-2007-2449, CVE-2007-0450, CVE-2006-7196, CVE-2006-7195,CVE-2006-3835, CVE-2006-0254, CVE-2005-2090, CVE-2005-4838, CVE-2005-3510)Users of Red Hat Network Satellite Server 5.0 are advised to upgrade to5.0.2, which resolves these issues.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Red Hat Red Hat Network Satellite Server
Apache HTTP Server
Apache mod_perl
jabberd jabberd server

Remediation

Event History

May 20, 2008
Advisory Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2008:0261?

The severity of RHSA-2008:0261 is classified as moderate.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2008:0261?

To fix RHSA-2008:0261, update your affected Red Hat Network software to the latest version provided in the advisory.

3

What vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2008:0261?

RHSA-2008:0261 addresses a cross-site scripting vulnerability referenced as CVE-2007-5961.

4

Is RHSA-2008:0261 relevant to my system?

RHSA-2008:0261 is relevant if you are using the impacted versions of Red Hat Network components.

5

What actions should I take after addressing RHSA-2008:0261?

After addressing RHSA-2008:0261, it is advisable to monitor your system for any unusual activities and ensure regular updates.

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