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- RHSA-2022:8420
RHSA-2022:8420: Important: mingw-zlib security update
First published: Tue Nov 15 2022(Updated: )
The zlib packages provide a general-purpose lossless data compression library that is used by many different programs.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> zlib: A flaw found in zlib when compressing (not decompressing) certain inputs (CVE-2018-25032)</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>Additional Changes:<br>For detailed information on changes in this release, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1 Release Notes linked from the References section.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/mingw-zlib | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
| redhat/mingw32-zlib | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
| redhat/mingw32-zlib-debuginfo | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
| redhat/mingw32-zlib-static | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
| redhat/mingw64-zlib | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
| redhat/mingw64-zlib-debuginfo | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
| redhat/mingw64-zlib-static | <1.2.12-2.el9 | 1.2.12-2.el9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:8420?
RHSA-2022:8420 is classified as important due to a flaw in the zlib library when compressing certain inputs.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:8420?
To fix RHSA-2022:8420, upgrade the zlib packages to version 1.2.12-2.el9 or later.
What systems are affected by RHSA-2022:8420?
RHSA-2022:8420 affects multiple zlib packages including mingw-zlib, mingw32-zlib, and mingw64-zlib across various architectures.
What is the CVE associated with RHSA-2022:8420?
The vulnerability described in RHSA-2022:8420 is associated with CVE-2018-25032.
Is RHSA-2022:8420 related to data compression?
Yes, RHSA-2022:8420 pertains to a vulnerability found in the zlib data compression library.
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