RHSA-2025:10630: Important: libxml2 security update

Published Jul 8, 2025
·
Updated

Important: libxml2 security update

Other sources

The libxml2 library is a development toolbox providing the implementation of various XML standards.Security Fix(es): libxml: Heap use after free (UAF) leads to Denial of service (DoS) (CVE-2025-49794) libxml: Null pointer dereference leads to Denial of service (DoS) (CVE-2025-49795) libxml: Type confusion leads to Denial of service (DoS) (CVE-2025-49796) libxml2: Integer Overflow in xmlBuildQName() Leads to Stack Buffer Overflow in libxml2 (CVE-2025-6021) 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

48 affected componentsFixes available
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for IBM z Systems - 4 years of updates
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Power, little endian - 4 years of support
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for IBM z Systems
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for ARM 64
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for ARM 64
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for ARM 64 - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for IBM z Systems - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for ARM 64 - 4 years of updates
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Power, little endian
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64 - 4 years of updates
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for Power, little endian - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for IBM z Systems
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for IBM z Systems - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for Power, little endian - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64 - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for Power, little endian
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for x86_64 - Extended Update Support
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for x86_64
Red Hat Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for ARM 64 - Extended Update Support
redhat/libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-debugsource<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-devel<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/python3-libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-debugsource<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-devel<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/python3-libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-debugsource<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-devel<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/python3-libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/libxml2-debugsource<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/libxml2-devel<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/python3-libxml2<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/libxml2-static<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-static<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0
redhat/libxml2-static<2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
2.12.5-7.el10_0.aa
redhat/libxml2-static<2.12.5-7.el10_0
2.12.5-7.el10_0

Remediation

Event History

Jul 8, 2025
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·12:46 PM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·12:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Aug 1, 2025
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·01:20 PM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:20 PM
Remedy

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2025:10630?

The severity of RHSA-2025:10630 is classified as high with a score of 7.

2

What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2025:10630?

RHSA-2025:10630 addresses a heap use after free and a null pointer dereference which can lead to Denial of Service (DoS).

3

How do I fix RHSA-2025:10630?

To fix RHSA-2025:10630, update the libxml2 packages as specified in the advisory.

4

Which software packages are impacted by RHSA-2025:10630?

The impacted software packages include redhat/libxml2, redhat/libxml2-debuginfo, and redhat/python3-libxml2.

5

When was RHSA-2025:10630 published?

RHSA-2025:10630 was published on July 8, 2025.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203