RHSA-2024:8104: Moderate: edk2 security update
First published: Tue Oct 15 2024(Updated: )
EDK (Embedded Development Kit) is a project to enable UEFI support for Virtual Machines. This package contains a sample 64-bit UEFI firmware for QEMU and KVM. <br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> edk2: Infinite loop when parsing unknown options in the Destination Options header (CVE-2023-45232)</li> <li> edk2: Infinite loop when parsing a PadN option in the Destination Options header (CVE-2023-45233)</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.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/edk2 | <20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 | 20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 |
| redhat/edk2-ovmf | <20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 | 20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 |
| redhat/edk2-aarch64 | <20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 | 20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux for SAP Solutions | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux for ARM64 EUS | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64 - Extended Update Support | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2024:8104?
The severity of RHSA-2024:8104 is considered moderate due to the potential of an infinite loop when parsing unknown options.
How do I fix RHSA-2024:8104?
To fix RHSA-2024:8104, update the edk2 package to version 20220126gitbb1bba3d77-4.el8_8.6 or newer.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2024:8104?
RHSA-2024:8104 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64 and ARM 64, including systems with Update Services for SAP Solutions and Extended Update Support.
What components are involved in the RHSA-2024:8104 vulnerability?
The components involved in RHSA-2024:8104 include the edk2 and edk2-ovmf packages used for UEFI support in virtual machines.
Is there a specific workaround for RHSA-2024:8104?
There are no specific workarounds for RHSA-2024:8104; the recommended approach is to apply the patch by updating the affected packages.
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