CVE-2023-49342
First published: Thu Dec 14 2023(Updated: )
Temporary data passed between application components by Budgie Extras Clockworks applet could potentially be viewed or manipulated. The data is stored in a location that is accessible to any user who has local access to the system. Attackers may pre-create and control this file to present false information to users or deny access to the application and panel.
Credit: security@ubuntu.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ubuntu/budgie-extras | <1.4.0-1ubuntu3.1 | 1.4.0-1ubuntu3.1 |
| ubuntu/budgie-extras | <1.6.0-1ubuntu0.1 | 1.6.0-1ubuntu0.1 |
| ubuntu/budgie-extras | <1.7.0-3.0ubuntu1 | 1.7.0-3.0ubuntu1 |
| debian/budgie-extras | <=1.1.0-1<=1.5.0-2 | 1.8.0-1 |
| Budgie Extras | >=1.4.0<1.7.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2023-49342
- https://github.com/UbuntuBudgie/budgie-extras/security/advisories/GHSA-2vfg-p2h9-wg39
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6556-1
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2023-49342
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/2044373
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2023/12/14/1
- https://github.com/UbuntuBudgie/budgie-extras/commit/d03083732569126d2f21c8810d5a69554ccc5900
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2023-49342
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2023-49342
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-49342
- https://github.com/UbuntuBudgie/budgie-extras/commit/5f0129923ea608deef3b48dc723b57b18e5e9e7f
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-49342
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-49342?
CVE-2023-49342 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive data.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49342?
To fix CVE-2023-49342, update your Budgie Extras package to a version that is not vulnerable, such as 1.8.0-1 for Debian or 1.7.0-3.0ubuntu1 for Ubuntu.
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-49342?
CVE-2023-49342 affects Budgie Extras versions between 1.4.0 and 1.7.1 on Ubuntu Budgie and certain versions on Debian.
What kind of data is at risk in CVE-2023-49342?
CVE-2023-49342 risks temporary data that can be viewed or manipulated by any local user.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-49342 if I cannot update immediately?
A potential workaround for CVE-2023-49342 includes limiting local user access to the system to prevent unauthorized viewing or manipulation of temporary data.
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