RHSA-2021:2170: Important: glib2 security and bug fix update
First published: Tue Jun 01 2021(Updated: )
GLib provides the core application building blocks for libraries and applications written in C. It provides the core object system used in GNOME, the main loop implementation, and a large set of utility functions for strings and common data structures.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> glib: integer overflow in g_bytes_new function on 64-bit platforms due to an implicit cast from 64 bits to 32 bits (CVE-2021-27219)</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.<br>Bug Fix(es):<br><li> Refcounting issue causes crashes and slow workarounds (BZ#1953553)</li>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/glib2 | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2 | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-debugsource | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-debugsource | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-devel | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-devel | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-devel-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-devel-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-fam | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-fam-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-fam-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-tests | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-tests-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-tests-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-fam | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-tests | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2 | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-debugsource | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-devel | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-devel-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-fam | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-fam-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-tests | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-tests-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2 | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-debugsource | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-devel | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-devel-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-fam | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-fam-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-tests | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-tests-debuginfo | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
| redhat/glib2-doc | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-static | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-static | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-static | <2.56.4-10.el8_4 | 2.56.4-10.el8_4 |
| redhat/glib2-static | <2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa | 2.56.4-10.el8_4.aa |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2021:2170?
The severity of RHSA-2021:2170 is typically classified as high due to its potential impact on system security.
How do I fix RHSA-2021:2170?
To fix RHSA-2021:2170, you should upgrade to glib2 version 2.56.4-10.el8_4 or later.
Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2021:2170?
RHSA-2021:2170 affects glib2, glib2-debuginfo, glib2-devel, glib2-fam, and other related packages.
Is RHSA-2021:2170 an urgent vulnerability to address?
Yes, it is important to address RHSA-2021:2170 promptly due to its potential to affect the stability and security of applications.
What type of vulnerability is identified in RHSA-2021:2170?
RHSA-2021:2170 identifies a security vulnerability in the GLib library that could lead to application vulnerabilities.
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