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- RHSA-2023:0287
RHSA-2023:0287: Important: sudo security update
First published: Mon Jan 23 2023(Updated: )
The sudo packages contain the sudo utility which allows system administrators to provide certain users with the permission to execute privileged commands, which are used for system management purposes, without having to log in as root.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> sudo: arbitrary file write with privileges of the RunAs user (CVE-2023-22809)</li> 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.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/sudo | <1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 | 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 |
| redhat/sudo | <1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 | 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 |
| redhat/sudo-debuginfo | <1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 | 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 |
| redhat/sudo-debuginfo | <1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 | 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 |
| redhat/sudo-devel | <1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 | 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 |
| redhat/sudo-devel | <1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 | 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2023:0287?
The severity of RHSA-2023:0287 is classified as important due to arbitrary file execution risks.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:0287?
To fix RHSA-2023:0287, update the sudo packages to version 1.8.6p3-29.el6_10.7.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2023:0287?
The affected packages in RHSA-2023:0287 include sudo, sudo-debuginfo, and sudo-devel.
What systems are impacted by RHSA-2023:0287?
RHSA-2023:0287 impacts Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6, specifically systems running the affected versions of sudo.
What are the implications of not addressing RHSA-2023:0287?
Failing to address RHSA-2023:0287 exposes the system to potential unauthorized access and privilege escalation.
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