RHSA-2026:51060: Important: libXfont2 security update

Published Aug 6, 2026
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Updated

Important: libXfont2 security update

Other sources

X.Org X11 libXfont2 runtime librarySecurity Fix(es): libXfont2: BitmapScaleBitmaps Integer Overflow Heap Buffer Overflow (CVE-2026-56001) libXfont2: PCF Font Parsing Heap Buffer Overflow (CVE-2026-56002) libXfont2: computeProps Property Buffer Heap Buffer Overflow (CVE-2026-56003) 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.

Red Hat

Affected Software

2 affected components
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server - AUS
Red Hat Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64 - Extended Life Cycle Long Life

Event History

Aug 6, 2026
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software
Advisory Published
via Red Hat·11:14 AM
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·11:14 AM
Severity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of RHSA-2026:51060?

The severity of RHSA-2026:51060 is classified as high with a score of 7.

2

What vulnerabilities are addressed in RHSA-2026:51060?

RHSA-2026:51060 addresses heap buffer overflow vulnerabilities identified as CVE-2026-56001 and CVE-2026-56002.

3

How do I fix RHSA-2026:51060?

To fix RHSA-2026:51060, update the libXfont2 package to the latest version provided by Red Hat.

4

What is affected by RHSA-2026:51060?

RHSA-2026:51060 affects the libXfont2 runtime library used in Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server.

5

What types of vulnerabilities are included in RHSA-2026:51060?

RHSA-2026:51060 includes buffer overflow and integer overflow vulnerabilities.

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