RHSA-2024:4636: Important: libndp security update
Important: libndp security update
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Libndp is a library (used by NetworkManager) that provides a wrapper for the IPv6 Neighbor Discovery Protocol. It also provides a tool named ndptool for sending and receiving NDP messages.Security Fix(es): libndp: buffer overflow in route information length field (CVE-2024-5564) 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
Affected Software
Remediation
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redhat/libndpto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8-6.el9_4 - Upgrade
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redhat/libndp-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8-6.el9_4 - Upgrade
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redhat/libndp-debugsourceto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8-6.el9_4 - Upgrade
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redhat/libndpto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8-6.el9_4.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libndp-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8-6.el9_4.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libndp-debugsourceto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8-6.el9_4.aa - Upgrade
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libndpto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Patch CVE-2024-5564
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2024:4636?
The severity of RHSA-2024:4636 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2024:4636?
To fix RHSA-2024:4636, update the package libndp to version 1.8-6.el9_4.
What kind of vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2024:4636?
RHSA-2024:4636 addresses a buffer overflow vulnerability in the libndp library.
Which products are affected by RHSA-2024:4636?
RHSA-2024:4636 affects multiple versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux including different architectures and release versions.
Is there a specific tool associated with the libndp library mentioned in RHSA-2024:4636?
Yes, the libndp library includes a tool called ndptool used for sending and receiving NDP messages.