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USN-4194-1: postgresql-common vulnerability
First published: Thu Nov 14 2019(Updated: )
Rich Mirch discovered that the postgresql-common pg_ctlcluster script incorrectly handled directory creation. A local attacker could possibly use this issue to escalate privileges.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/postgresql-common | <204ubuntu0.1 | 204ubuntu0.1 |
| =19.10 | ||
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/postgresql-common | <199ubuntu0.1 | 199ubuntu0.1 |
| =19.04 | ||
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/postgresql-common | <190ubuntu0.1 | 190ubuntu0.1 |
| =18.04 | ||
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/postgresql-common | <173ubuntu0.3 | 173ubuntu0.3 |
| =16.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2019-3466
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-4194-2
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/postgresql-common/204ubuntu0.1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/postgresql-common/199ubuntu0.1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/postgresql-common/190ubuntu0.1
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/postgresql-common/173ubuntu0.3
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-4194-1 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this postgresql-common vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this postgresql-common vulnerability is USN-4194-1.
Who discovered the vulnerability?
The vulnerability was discovered by Rich Mirch.
What is the impact of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability can potentially be used by a local attacker to escalate privileges.
Which versions of postgresql-common are affected?
Versions 204ubuntu0.1, 199ubuntu0.1, 190ubuntu0.1, and 173ubuntu0.3 of postgresql-common are affected.
How can I fix this vulnerability?
It is recommended to update postgresql-common to the latest version available, as mentioned in the Ubuntu Security Notices.
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