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- USN-3667-1
USN-3667-1: libytnef vulnerabilities
First published: Thu May 31 2018(Updated: )
It was discovered that libytnef incorrectly handled certain files. An attacker could possibly use this to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2017-12141, CVE-2017-9146, CVE-2017-9471, CVE-2017-9473) It was discovered that libytnef incorrectly handled certain files. An attacker could possibly use this to access sensitive information. (CVE-2017-9058)
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libytnef0 | <1.5-6ubuntu0.2 | 1.5-6ubuntu0.2 |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-12141
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-9058
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-9146
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-9471
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-9473
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/libytnef/1.5-6ubuntu0.2
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-3667-1 (Advisory)
Child vulnerabilities
(Contains the following vulnerabilities)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-3667-1?
The severity of USN-3667-1 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-3667-1?
To fix USN-3667-1, update the libytnef0 package to version 1.5-6ubuntu0.2 or later.
What versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-3667-1?
USN-3667-1 affects Ubuntu 14.04 with libytnef0 versions prior to 1.5-6ubuntu0.2.
What files cause the issue in USN-3667-1?
USN-3667-1 is caused by libytnef incorrectly handling certain file types.
Can USN-3667-1 lead to any other types of attacks?
While USN-3667-1 primarily leads to denial of service, it could potentially expose the system to further risks depending on the attacker's intent.
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