Oracle Linux has rolled out a series of important security and bug fix updates across multiple versions, including enhancements for key libraries such as libxml2, libxslt, and updates relevant to oVirt and Jackson components. Here’s a summary of the updates:
1. LibXML2 and LibXSLT Updates:
- Oracle Linux 10 (ELBA-2025-12345) received bug fixes and enhancements for libxml2 (version 2.12.5) and libxslt (version 1.1.39). These updates include security fixes related to CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) such as CVE-2025-7425 and CVE-2025-7424.
- Oracle Linux 9 (ELSA-2025-12447) also received a significant security update for libxml2, addressing the same CVE-2025-7425, while Oracle Linux 8 (ELSA-2025-12450) addressed the same vulnerabilities in its libxml2 packages.
2. oVirt Updates:
- For Oracle Linux 8 (ELBA-2025-20512), updates to the oVirt 4.5 ovirt-ansible-collection and various imageio components were released, which include bug fixes and dependency updates to newer Python versions.
3. Jackson Library Updates:
- Oracle Linux 9 (ELSA-2025-12280) introduced security updates for several Jackson libraries (like jackson-annotations, jackson-core, etc.), moving to version 2.19.1 and addressing CVE-2025-52999.
4. Specific Packages and Versions:
- Multiple RPM packages have been updated for various architectures including x86_64 and aarch64, ensuring compatibility and access to the latest features and security patches.
These updates highlight Oracle Linux's commitment to maintaining security and enhancing the stability of its operating system. Users are encouraged to apply these updates to mitigate vulnerabilities and improve system performance.
In addition to the updates mentioned, it's essential for users to regularly monitor the Unbreakable Linux Network for any new advisories or updates that may be released in the future, ensuring their systems are always up-to-date with the latest security measures and enhancements. Moreover, engaging with the community forums and Oracle's support can provide insights and guidance on best practices for system management and updates
1. LibXML2 and LibXSLT Updates:
- Oracle Linux 10 (ELBA-2025-12345) received bug fixes and enhancements for libxml2 (version 2.12.5) and libxslt (version 1.1.39). These updates include security fixes related to CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) such as CVE-2025-7425 and CVE-2025-7424.
- Oracle Linux 9 (ELSA-2025-12447) also received a significant security update for libxml2, addressing the same CVE-2025-7425, while Oracle Linux 8 (ELSA-2025-12450) addressed the same vulnerabilities in its libxml2 packages.
2. oVirt Updates:
- For Oracle Linux 8 (ELBA-2025-20512), updates to the oVirt 4.5 ovirt-ansible-collection and various imageio components were released, which include bug fixes and dependency updates to newer Python versions.
3. Jackson Library Updates:
- Oracle Linux 9 (ELSA-2025-12280) introduced security updates for several Jackson libraries (like jackson-annotations, jackson-core, etc.), moving to version 2.19.1 and addressing CVE-2025-52999.
4. Specific Packages and Versions:
- Multiple RPM packages have been updated for various architectures including x86_64 and aarch64, ensuring compatibility and access to the latest features and security patches.
These updates highlight Oracle Linux's commitment to maintaining security and enhancing the stability of its operating system. Users are encouraged to apply these updates to mitigate vulnerabilities and improve system performance.
In addition to the updates mentioned, it's essential for users to regularly monitor the Unbreakable Linux Network for any new advisories or updates that may be released in the future, ensuring their systems are always up-to-date with the latest security measures and enhancements. Moreover, engaging with the community forums and Oracle's support can provide insights and guidance on best practices for system management and updates
LibXML2, oVirt, Jackson updates for Oracle Linux
Oracle Linux has received several security updates, including bug fixes, enhancements, and bug fixes for various features, including libxml2 and libxslt:
ELBA-2025-12345 Oracle Linux 10 libxml2 and libxslt bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2025-20512 Oracle Linux 8 oVirt 4.5 ovirt-ansible-collection bug fix update
ELSA-2025-12447 Important: Oracle Linux 9 libxml2 security update
ELSA-2025-12280 Important: Oracle Linux 9 jackson-annotations, jackson-core, jackson-databind, jackson-jaxrs-providers, and jackson-modules-base security update
ELSA-2025-12450 Important: Oracle Linux 8 libxml2 security updateLibXML2, oVirt, Jackson updates for Oracle Linux @ Linux Compatible
