USN-4124-2 is a security update for Exim on Ubuntu 14.04 ESM that addresses a vulnerability.

What is the vulnerability fixed by USN-4124-2?

The vulnerability fixed by USN-4124-2 is related to Exim incorrectly handling certain decoding operations, which could potentially allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

Which versions of Exim are affected by the vulnerability?

The vulnerability affects Exim versions 4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1 of exim4-daemon-light and exim4-daemon-heavy on Ubuntu 14.04 ESM.

How can I fix the vulnerability?

To fix the vulnerability, you should update to version 4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1 of exim4-daemon-light or exim4-daemon-heavy, depending on the package you are using, by applying the corresponding update provided by Ubuntu.

Where can I find more information about USN-4124-2?

You can find more information about USN-4124-2, including the original advisory details and the security references, at the following link: [USN-4124-2](https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-4124-2)

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USN-4124-2

16/9/2019

USN-4124-2: Exim vulnerability

First published: Mon Sep 16 2019(Updated: )

USN-4124-1 fixed a vulnerability in Exim. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 14.04 ESM. Original advisory details: It was discovered that Exim incorrectly handled certain decoding operations. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
All of
ubuntu/exim4-daemon-light	<4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1	4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1
Ubuntu Ubuntu	=14.04
All of
ubuntu/exim4-daemon-heavy	<4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1	4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1
Ubuntu Ubuntu	=14.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is USN-4124-2?
USN-4124-2 is a security update for Exim on Ubuntu 14.04 ESM that addresses a vulnerability.
What is the vulnerability fixed by USN-4124-2?
The vulnerability fixed by USN-4124-2 is related to Exim incorrectly handling certain decoding operations, which could potentially allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
Which versions of Exim are affected by the vulnerability?
The vulnerability affects Exim versions 4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1 of exim4-daemon-light and exim4-daemon-heavy on Ubuntu 14.04 ESM.
How can I fix the vulnerability?
To fix the vulnerability, you should update to version 4.82-3ubuntu2.4+esm1 of exim4-daemon-light or exim4-daemon-heavy, depending on the package you are using, by applying the corresponding update provided by Ubuntu.
Where can I find more information about USN-4124-2?
You can find more information about USN-4124-2, including the original advisory details and the security references, at the following link: [USN-4124-2](https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-4124-2)

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