What is the vulnerability fixed in USN-4155-2?

USN-4155-1 fixed a vulnerability in Aspell where it incorrectly handled certain inputs, potentially allowing an attacker to access sensitive information.

What software is affected by the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?

The vulnerability affects libaspell15 and aspell packages on Ubuntu 19.10.

How can I fix the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?

To fix the vulnerability, update the libaspell15 and aspell packages to version 0.60.7-3ubuntu0.1 or later.

Where can I find more information about the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?

You can find more information about the vulnerability in the USN-4155-1 advisory on the Ubuntu security website.

What is the CVE ID associated with the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?

The CVE ID associated with the vulnerability is CVE-2019-17544.

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USN-4155-2

21/10/2019

USN-4155-2: Aspell vulnerability

First published: Mon Oct 21 2019(Updated: )

USN-4155-1 fixed a vulnerability in Aspell. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 19.10. Original advisory details: It was discovered that Aspell incorrectly handled certain inputs. An attacker could potentially access sensitive information.

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
All of
ubuntu/libaspell15	<0.60.7-3ubuntu0.1	0.60.7-3ubuntu0.1
Ubuntu OpenSSH Client	=19.10
All of
ubuntu/aspell	<0.60.7-3ubuntu0.1	0.60.7-3ubuntu0.1
Ubuntu OpenSSH Client	=19.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vulnerability fixed in USN-4155-2?
USN-4155-1 fixed a vulnerability in Aspell where it incorrectly handled certain inputs, potentially allowing an attacker to access sensitive information.
What software is affected by the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?
The vulnerability affects libaspell15 and aspell packages on Ubuntu 19.10.
How can I fix the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?
To fix the vulnerability, update the libaspell15 and aspell packages to version 0.60.7-3ubuntu0.1 or later.
Where can I find more information about the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?
You can find more information about the vulnerability in the USN-4155-1 advisory on the Ubuntu security website.
What is the CVE ID associated with the USN-4155-2 vulnerability?
The CVE ID associated with the vulnerability is CVE-2019-17544.

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