RHSA-2023:0978: Important: git security update
Git is a distributed revision control system with a decentralized architecture. As opposed to centralized version control systems with a client-server model, Git ensures that each working copy of a Git repository is an exact copy with complete revision history. This not only allows the user to work on and contribute to projects without the need to have permission to push the changes to their official repositories, but also makes it possible for the user to work with no network connection.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> git: gitattributes parsing integer overflow (CVE-2022-23521)</li> <li> git: Heap overflow in git archive, git log --format leading to RCE (CVE-2022-41903)</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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2023:0978?
The severity of RHSA-2023:0978 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:0978?
To fix RHSA-2023:0978, you need to update the affected packages to version 1.8.3.1-24.el7_9.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2023:0978?
RHSA-2023:0978 affects multiple packages including git, emacs-git, git-all, and others, all requiring the specified update.
What is the impact of not addressing RHSA-2023:0978?
Not addressing RHSA-2023:0978 could lead to vulnerabilities being exploited, potentially affecting system integrity.
When was RHSA-2023:0978 released?
RHSA-2023:0978 was released as a security advisory by Red Hat.