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- USN-3772-1
USN-3772-1: UDisks vulnerability
First published: Wed Sep 26 2018(Updated: )
It was discovered that UDisks incorrectly handled format strings when logging. A local attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service or obtain sensitive information.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/udisks2 | <2.7.6-3ubuntu0.2 | 2.7.6-3ubuntu0.2 |
| Ubuntu | =18.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this UDisks vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this UDisks vulnerability is CVE-2018-17336.
How does the UDisks vulnerability impact my system?
The UDisks vulnerability can potentially cause a denial of service or allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information on the affected system.
What software is affected by this UDisks vulnerability?
The udisks2 package version 2.7.6-3ubuntu0.2 on Ubuntu 18.04 is affected by this vulnerability.
How can I fix this UDisks vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, you should update the udisks2 package to version 2.7.6-3ubuntu0.2 or higher.
Where can I find more information about this UDisks vulnerability?
More information about this UDisks vulnerability can be found on the Ubuntu Security Notices website or the CVE-2018-17336 page.
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