RHSA-2022:6967: Important: compat-expat1 security update
Expat is a C library for parsing XML documents.Security Fix(es): expat: a use-after-free in the doContent function in xmlparse.c (CVE-2022-40674) 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-2022:6967?
The severity of RHSA-2022:6967 is determined by the use-after-free vulnerability in the expat library, which could lead to potential code execution.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:6967?
To fix RHSA-2022:6967, update the compat-expat1 and compat-expat1-debuginfo packages to version 1.95.8-9.el6_10.
What vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2022:6967?
RHSA-2022:6967 addresses a use-after-free vulnerability in the doContent function of xmlparse.c impacting the expat library.
Which versions of compat-expat1 are affected by RHSA-2022:6967?
RHSA-2022:6967 affects all versions of compat-expat1 prior to 1.95.8-9.el6_10.
Is there a CVE associated with RHSA-2022:6967?
Yes, RHSA-2022:6967 is associated with CVE-2022-40674, which describes the specific vulnerability in the expat library.