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- RHSA-2022:6171
RHSA-2022:6171: Important: rsync security update
First published: Wed Aug 24 2022(Updated: )
The rsync utility enables the users to copy and synchronize files locally or across a network. Synchronization with rsync is fast because rsync only sends the differences in files over the network instead of sending whole files. The rsync utility is also used as a mirroring tool.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> rsync: remote arbitrary files write inside the directories of connecting peers (CVE-2022-29154)</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 | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-daemon | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-debugsource | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-debugsource | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync-debugsource | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 |
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2.aa | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2.aa |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2.aa | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2.aa |
| redhat/rsync-debugsource | <3.1.3-12.el8_4.2.aa | 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2.aa |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:6171?
The severity of RHSA-2022:6171 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:6171?
To fix RHSA-2022:6171, update your rsync package to version 3.1.3-12.el8_4.2 or later.
What software is affected by RHSA-2022:6171?
RHSA-2022:6171 affects the rsync package and its associated packages like rsync-daemon and rsync-debuginfo.
When was RHSA-2022:6171 issued?
RHSA-2022:6171 was issued to address vulnerabilities related to the rsync utility.
Is RHSA-2022:6171 related to network file synchronization?
Yes, RHSA-2022:6171 is related to the rsync utility, which is used for fast file synchronization over a network.
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