RHSA-2026:49514: Important: perl-DBI security update
DBI is a database access Application Programming Interface (API) for the Perl Language. The DBI API Specification defines a set of functions, variables and conventions that provide a consistent database interface independent of the actual database being used.Security Fix(es): DBI: DBI: Arbitrary code execution via caller-influenced Profile attribute (CVE-2026-14380) DBI: DBI: Heap overflow when preparsing SQL statements with excessive placeholders (CVE-2026-14739) 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.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
perl-DBIto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Patch CVE-2026-14739 - Upgrade
Upgrade
perl-DBIto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Patch CVE-2026-14380
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2026:49514?
The severity of RHSA-2026:49514 is classified as high with a score of 7.
What does RHSA-2026:49514 address?
RHSA-2026:49514 addresses a security update for the perl-DBI package.
How do I fix RHSA-2026:49514?
To fix RHSA-2026:49514, you should apply the latest updates provided by Red Hat for your system.
Which Red Hat products are affected by RHSA-2026:49514?
RHSA-2026:49514 affects several Red Hat Enterprise Linux products including versions for x86_64, IBM z Systems, and Power, little endian.
When was RHSA-2026:49514 published?
RHSA-2026:49514 was published on August 3, 2026.