RHSA-2023:0380: Important: libXpm security update

Published Jan 23, 2023
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Updated

X.Org X11 libXpm runtime library.Security Fix(es): libXpm: compression commands depend on $PATH (CVE-2022-4883) libXpm: Runaway loop on width of 0 and enormous height (CVE-2022-44617) libXpm: Infinite loop on unclosed comments (CVE-2022-46285) 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

1 affected component
X.Org Libxpm

Remediation

Event History

Jan 23, 2023
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2023:0380?

RHSA-2023:0380 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities in the X.Org X11 libXpm runtime library that have varying levels of severity.

2

How do I fix RHSA-2023:0380?

To fix RHSA-2023:0380, update your libXpm package to the latest version provided by your Linux distribution.

3

What are the key vulnerabilities in RHSA-2023:0380?

Key vulnerabilities addressed in RHSA-2023:0380 include a dependency on $PATH in compression commands and several issues that can cause infinite loops.

4

Is RHSA-2023:0380 related to specific CVEs?

Yes, RHSA-2023:0380 includes fixes for several CVEs including CVE-2022-4883, CVE-2022-44617, and CVE-2022-46285.

5

What does RHSA-2023:0380 mean for system security?

RHSA-2023:0380 is essential for maintaining system security as it mitigates vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers.

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