CVE-2015-1330: Medium severity ubuntu linux vulnerability
unattended-upgrades before 0.86.1 does not properly authenticate packages when the (1) force-confold or (2) force-confnew dpkg options are enabled in the DPkg::Options:: apt configuration, which allows remote man-in-the-middle attackers to upload and execute arbitrary packages via unspecified vectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-1330?
CVE-2015-1330 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1330?
To fix CVE-2015-1330, upgrade unattended-upgrades to version 0.86.1 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2015-1330?
CVE-2015-1330 affects unattended-upgrades versions earlier than 0.86.1 on Ubuntu and Debian systems.
What kind of attack does CVE-2015-1330 enable?
CVE-2015-1330 enables remote man-in-the-middle attacks, allowing execution of arbitrary packages.
What configurations increase vulnerability to CVE-2015-1330?
Using the force-confold or force-confnew dpkg options in the DPkg::Options::* apt configuration increases vulnerability to CVE-2015-1330.