RHSA-2022:5317: Moderate: libxml2 security update
The libxml2 library is a development toolbox providing the implementation of various XML standards.Security Fix(es): libxml2: integer overflows in xmlBuf and xmlBuffer lead to out-of-bounds write (CVE-2022-29824) 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:5317?
The severity of RHSA-2022:5317 is classified as moderate.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:5317?
To fix RHSA-2022:5317, update the libxml2 package to version 2.9.7-13.el8_6.1 or later.
What kind of vulnerability is described in RHSA-2022:5317?
RHSA-2022:5317 addresses integer overflows in xmlBuf and xmlBuffer that lead to out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities.
What packages are affected by RHSA-2022:5317?
Affected packages in RHSA-2022:5317 include libxml2, libxml2-devel, python3-libxml2, and their debuginfo variants.
When was the RHSA-2022:5317 advisory released?
The RHSA-2022:5317 advisory was released on December 20, 2022.