RHSA-2024:1335: Important: dnsmasq security update
Important: dnsmasq security update
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The dnsmasq packages contain Dnsmasq, a lightweight DNS (Domain Name Server) forwarder and DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server.Security Fix(es): dnsmasq: bind9: KeyTrap - Extreme CPU consumption in DNSSEC validator (CVE-2023-50387) dnsmasq: bind9: Preparing an NSEC3 closest encloser proof can exhaust CPU resources (CVE-2023-50868) 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-2024:1335?
The severity of RHSA-2024:1335 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2024:1335?
To fix RHSA-2024:1335, update the dnsmasq package to version 2.79-31.el8_9.2 or later.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2024:1335?
RHSA-2024:1335 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64, IBM z Systems, ARM 64, and Power, little endian.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2024:1335 address?
RHSA-2024:1335 addresses a vulnerability in dnsmasq related to extreme CPU consumption during DNSSEC validation.
Is there a specific version of dnsmasq that resolves RHSA-2024:1335?
Yes, the specific version of dnsmasq that resolves RHSA-2024:1335 is 2.79-31.el8_9.2.