- Vulnerability/
- USN-3815-1
USN-3815-1: gettext vulnerability
First published: Mon Nov 12 2018(Updated: )
It was discovered that gettext incorrectly handled certain messages. An attacker could possibly use this issue to execute arbitrary code.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/gettext | <0.19.8.1-8ubuntu0.1 | 0.19.8.1-8ubuntu0.1 |
| Ubuntu OpenSSH Client | =18.10 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/gettext | <0.19.8.1-6ubuntu0.1 | 0.19.8.1-6ubuntu0.1 |
| Ubuntu OpenSSH Client | =18.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/gettext | <0.19.7-2ubuntu3.1 | 0.19.7-2ubuntu3.1 |
| Ubuntu OpenSSH Client | =16.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/gettext | <0.18.3.1-1ubuntu3.1 | 0.18.3.1-1ubuntu3.1 |
| Ubuntu OpenSSH Client | =14.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2018-18751
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-3815-2
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gettext/0.19.8.1-8ubuntu0.1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gettext/0.19.8.1-6ubuntu0.1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gettext/0.19.7-2ubuntu3.1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gettext/0.18.3.1-1ubuntu3.1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-3815-1 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-3815-1?
The severity of USN-3815-1 is classified as high due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix USN-3815-1?
To fix USN-3815-1, update to the latest patched version of the gettext package for your Ubuntu distribution.
What versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-3815-1?
USN-3815-1 affects Ubuntu versions 18.10, 18.04, 16.04, and 14.04 with specific gettext package versions.
What vulnerabilities are addressed in USN-3815-1?
USN-3815-1 addresses a vulnerability in gettext that allows for potential arbitrary code execution.
Is it safe to use gettext on affected Ubuntu versions after USN-3815-1?
It is not safe to use gettext on affected Ubuntu versions without applying the necessary updates provided in USN-3815-1.
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