RHSA-2022:7020: Important: firefox security update
Mozilla Firefox is an open-source web browser, designed for standards compliance, performance, and portability.This update upgrades Firefox to version 102.3.0 ESR.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-2022:7020?
The severity of RHSA-2022:7020 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:7020?
To fix RHSA-2022:7020, update your Firefox installation to version 102.3.0-7.el9_0 or later.
What is the vulnerability in RHSA-2022:7020?
RHSA-2022:7020 addresses a use-after-free vulnerability in the doContent function in xmlparse.c, identified as CVE-2022-40674.
Which versions of Firefox are affected by RHSA-2022:7020?
Firefox versions prior to 102.3.0-7.el9_0 are affected by RHSA-2022:7020.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2022:7020?
There are no official workarounds for RHSA-2022:7020; updating Firefox is the recommended action.