RHSA-2025:8697: Important: perl-FCGI security update
Important: perl-FCGI security update
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The perl-FCGI package provides a Perl module for writing FastCGI applications. FastCGI is a more efficient alternative to traditional CGI, as it keeps application processes persistent across multiple requests. This module allows Perl web applications to handle requests faster and with lower resource overhead, making it suitable for high-traffic environments.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> perl-fcgi: FCGI versions 0.44 through 0.82, for Perl, include a vulnerable version of the FastCGI fcgi2 (aka fcgi) library (CVE-2025-40907)</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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2025:8697?
The severity of RHSA-2025:8697 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2025:8697?
To fix RHSA-2025:8697, you need to update the perl-FCGI package to the latest version provided by Red Hat.
What products are affected by RHSA-2025:8697?
RHSA-2025:8697 affects multiple products under Red Hat Enterprise Linux including x86_64, ARM 64, and IBM z Systems.
What type of vulnerability is addressed in RHSA-2025:8697?
RHSA-2025:8697 addresses a security vulnerability in the perl-FCGI package used for FastCGI applications.
Is there a workaround for RHSA-2025:8697?
There is no official workaround for RHSA-2025:8697; updating to the patched version is recommended.