RHSA-2025:2660: Important: libxml2 security update
First published: Tue Mar 11 2025(Updated: )
Important: libxml2 security update
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/libxml2 | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2 | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-debuginfo | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-debuginfo | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-debugsource | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-debugsource | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-devel | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-devel | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/python3-libxml2 | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2 | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-debuginfo | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-debugsource | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/libxml2-devel | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/python3-libxml2 | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| redhat/python3-libxml2-debuginfo | <2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 | 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server for Power LE - Update Services for SAP Solutions | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux for SAP Solutions |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2025:2660?
The severity of RHSA-2025:2660 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2025:2660?
To fix RHSA-2025:2660, update libxml2 and its associated packages to version 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2025:2660?
RHSA-2025:2660 addresses a use-after-free vulnerability (CVE-2024-56171) and a stack-based buffer overflow.
Which systems are affected by RHSA-2025:2660?
RHSA-2025:2660 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server and related products using libxml2 version prior to 2.9.7-9.el8_4.5.
Is it safe to continue using my system without the fix for RHSA-2025:2660?
Continuing to use your system without the fix for RHSA-2025:2660 could expose it to vulnerabilities that may be exploited.
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