Recent security updates for dnsdist have been released for Fedora Linux versions 41 and 42, both featuring version 1.9.9-1. These updates address a critical vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-30194, which could potentially lead to denial of service attacks through crafted DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) exchanges.
Fedora 41 Update:
- Version: dnsdist-1.9.9-1.fc41
- Release Date: May 15, 2025
- Summary: dnsdist is a load balancer that intelligently manages DNS traffic, ensuring legitimate users receive optimal performance while filtering out abusive requests.
- Changes: The update fixes the CVE-2025-30194 issue, enhancing security against specific denial of service threats.
Fedora 42 Update:
- Version: dnsdist-1.9.9-1.fc42
- Release Date: May 15, 2025
- Summary: Similar to Fedora 41, this version also focuses on balancing DNS traffic effectively while addressing security vulnerabilities.
- Changes: Alongside the CVE fix, the update introduced a sysusers.d config file to facilitate automatic creation of users/groups during installation.
Both updates can be installed using the dnf package manager with the respective advisory commands provided. Users are encouraged to apply these updates promptly to ensure their systems remain secure.
Fedora 41 Update:
- Version: dnsdist-1.9.9-1.fc41
- Release Date: May 15, 2025
- Summary: dnsdist is a load balancer that intelligently manages DNS traffic, ensuring legitimate users receive optimal performance while filtering out abusive requests.
- Changes: The update fixes the CVE-2025-30194 issue, enhancing security against specific denial of service threats.
Fedora 42 Update:
- Version: dnsdist-1.9.9-1.fc42
- Release Date: May 15, 2025
- Summary: Similar to Fedora 41, this version also focuses on balancing DNS traffic effectively while addressing security vulnerabilities.
- Changes: Alongside the CVE fix, the update introduced a sysusers.d config file to facilitate automatic creation of users/groups during installation.
Both updates can be installed using the dnf package manager with the respective advisory commands provided. Users are encouraged to apply these updates promptly to ensure their systems remain secure.
Additional Information
To stay updated on such releases, users can monitor the Fedora Project's [Bugzilla](https://bugzilla.redhat.com/) for ongoing discussions and updates related to dnsdist and other packages. Furthermore, familiarity with the dnf documentation can enhance the update process, ensuring users can efficiently manage their package installations and upgrades. For long-term users, considering regular checks for updates can prevent potential vulnerabilities from being exploitedDNSdist update for Fedora
Security updates for dnsdist have been released for Fedora Linux 41 and 42:
Fedora 41 Update: dnsdist-1.9.9-1.fc41
Fedora 42 Update: dnsdist-1.9.9-1.fc42
