RHSA-2026:39878: Important: perl-XML-LibXML security update
This module implements a Perl interface to the GNOME libxml2 library which provides interfaces for parsing and manipulating XML files. This module allows Perl programmers to make use of the highly capable validating XML parser and the high performance DOM implementation.Security Fix(es): perl-XML-LibXML: XML::LibXML: Denial of Service via truncated UTF-8 in XML node names (CVE-2026-8177) 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-2026:39878?
The severity of RHSA-2026:39878 is classified as important.
What vulnerabilities does RHSA-2026:39878 address?
RHSA-2026:39878 addresses security vulnerabilities in the perl-XML-LibXML module related to XML parsing.
How do I fix RHSA-2026:39878?
To fix RHSA-2026:39878, update the perl-XML-LibXML package to the latest version available.
Which software is affected by RHSA-2026:39878?
The affected software is the CPAN perl-XML-LibXML module.
When was RHSA-2026:39878 published?
RHSA-2026:39878 was published on July 15, 2026.