RHSA-2019:2118: Moderate: glibc security and bug fix update
The glibc packages provide the standard C libraries (libc), POSIX thread libraries (libpthread), standard math libraries (libm), and the name service cache daemon (nscd) used by multiple programs on the system. Without these libraries, the Linux system cannot function correctly.Security Fix(es): glibc: getaddrinfo should reject IP addresses with trailing characters (CVE-2016-10739) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.Additional Changes:For detailed information on changes in this release, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.7 Release Notes linked from the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2019:2118?
The severity of RHSA-2019:2118 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2019:2118?
To fix RHSA-2019:2118, update the glibc packages to version 2.17-292.el7.
What are the affected packages for RHSA-2019:2118?
The affected packages for RHSA-2019:2118 include glibc, glibc-common, and nscd among others.
Is RHSA-2019:2118 applicable for all architectures?
No, RHSA-2019:2118 affects multiple architectures including x86_64, ppc64le, and others.
What is the purpose of the glibc package affected by RHSA-2019:2118?
The glibc package provides essential C libraries and services required for the Linux system to function correctly.