RHSA-2020:4908: Important: libX11 security update

Published Nov 4, 2020

Updated

The libX11 packages contain the core X11 protocol client library.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> libX11: integer overflow leads to double free in locale handling (CVE-2020-14363)</li> 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.

Affected Software

1 affected component

X.Org libX11

Remediation

Event History

Mar 8, 2025

Advisory Published

via Red Hat·08:48 AM

Data Sourced

via Red Hat·08:48 AM

RemedyDescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of RHSA-2020:4908?

The severity of RHSA-2020:4908 is classified as important.

How do I fix RHSA-2020:4908?

To fix RHSA-2020:4908, update the libX11 package to the latest version as provided by your distribution.

What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2020:4908?

RHSA-2020:4908 addresses an integer overflow vulnerability leading to a double free in locale handling (CVE-2020-14363).

Which software is affected by RHSA-2020:4908?

The affected software includes the X.Org libX11 package.

What are the potential impacts of RHSA-2020:4908?

The potential impacts of RHSA-2020:4908 include security risks related to integer overflow and memory management issues.