RHSA-2024:1227: Important: openvswitch3.1 security update
Important: openvswitch3.1 security update
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Open vSwitch provides standard network bridging functions and support for the OpenFlow protocol for remote per-flow control of traffic.Security Fix(es): openvswsitch: ovs-vswitch fails to recover after malformed geneve metadata packet (CVE-2023-3966) 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.
— Red Hat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2024:1227?
RHSA-2024:1227 is classified as important due to a security vulnerability in Open vSwitch.
How do I fix RHSA-2024:1227?
To fix RHSA-2024:1227, update the Open vSwitch package to version 3.1.0-88.el9fd or later.
What software is affected by RHSA-2024:1227?
RHSA-2024:1227 affects multiple packages including openvswitch3.1 and its related debug and development components.
What type of vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2024:1227?
RHSA-2024:1227 addresses a vulnerability where ovs-vswitch fails to recover after malformed Geneve metadata.
Who is the vendor of the affected software in RHSA-2024:1227?
The vendor of the affected software in RHSA-2024:1227 is Red Hat.