RHSA-2026:18705: Moderate: mingw-glib2 security update
GLib provides the core application building blocks for libraries and applications written in C. It provides the core object system used in GNOME, the main loop implementation, and a large set of utility functions for strings and common data structures.Security Fix(es): glib: Integer overflow in in gescapeuristring() (CVE-2025-13601) 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.Additional Changes:For detailed information on changes in this release, see the Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 Release Notes linked from the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2026:18705?
The severity of RHSA-2026:18705 is classified as medium.
What security issues does RHSA-2026:18705 address?
RHSA-2026:18705 addresses an integer overflow vulnerability in GLib.
How do I fix RHSA-2026:18705?
To fix RHSA-2026:18705, apply the recommended security update for mingw-glib2.
Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2026:18705?
Affected software packages include redhat/mingw-glib2, redhat/mingw32-glib2, and redhat/mingw64-glib2.
When was RHSA-2026:18705 published?
RHSA-2026:18705 was published on May 19, 2026.