RHSA-2026:48811: Moderate: libsolv security update
Moderate: libsolv security update
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The libsolv packages provide a library for resolving package dependencies using a satisfiability algorithm.Security Fix(es): libsolv: Heap buffer overflow in libsolv repopagestore via unchecked decompression of malicious .solv page data (CVE-2026-48864) 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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Remediation
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redhat/libsolvto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-debugsourceto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-demo-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-tools-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/perl-solv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/python3-solvto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/python3-solv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/ruby-solv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolvto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-debugsourceto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-demo-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-tools-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/perl-solv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/python3-solvto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/python3-solv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/ruby-solv-debuginfoto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-develto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-toolsto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1 - Upgrade
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redhat/libsolv-develto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 0.7.24-3.el9_6.1.aa - Upgrade
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libsolvto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Patch CVE-2026-48864
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2026:48811?
The severity of RHSA-2026:48811 is classified as medium.
What are the main vulnerabilities addressed in RHSA-2026:48811?
RHSA-2026:48811 addresses a heap buffer overflow in libsolv due to unchecked decompression of malicious .solv page data (CVE-2026-48864).
How do I fix RHSA-2026:48811?
To fix RHSA-2026:48811, you should update your libsolv packages to the latest versions provided by Red Hat.
Which software packages are affected by RHSA-2026:48811?
The affected software packages include redhat/libsolv, redhat/libsolv-debuginfo, redhat/libsolv-debugsource, redhat/libsolv-demo-debuginfo, redhat/libsolv-tools-debuginfo, redhat/perl-solv-debuginfo, and redhat/python3-solv.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in RHSA-2026:48811?
The nature of the vulnerability in RHSA-2026:48811 is a buffer overflow that can potentially be exploited through malicious package data.