RHSA-2024:6419: Important: bubblewrap and flatpak security update
Bubblewrap (/usr/bin/bwrap) is a core execution engine for unprivileged containers that works as a setuid binary on kernels without user namespaces.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> flatpak: Access to files outside sandbox for apps using persistent= (--persist) (CVE-2024-42472)</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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Important: bubblewrap and flatpak security update
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What is the severity of RHSA-2024:6419?
The severity of RHSA-2024:6419 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2024:6419?
To fix RHSA-2024:6419, update the bubblewrap package to version 0.4.0-2.el8_8 and flatpak to version 1.10.7-4.el8_8.
What products are affected by RHSA-2024:6419?
RHSA-2024:6419 affects various versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux and its packages, including those for x86_64, ARM 64, and Power LE.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2024:6419 address?
RHSA-2024:6419 addresses a vulnerability in bubblewrap that allows access to files outside the sandbox when using persistent apps.
Is it safe to use bubblewrap after applying RHSA-2024:6419 fixes?
Yes, after applying the fixes from RHSA-2024:6419, it is safe to use bubblewrap as the vulnerability will be mitigated.