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- USN-4514-1
17/9/2020
USN-4514-1: libproxy vulnerability
First published: Thu Sep 17 2020(Updated: )
It was discovered that libproxy incorrectly handled certain PAC files. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libproxy1v5 | <0.4.15-10ubuntu1.1 | 0.4.15-10ubuntu1.1 |
| Ubuntu | =20.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libproxy1v5 | <0.4.15-1ubuntu0.1 | 0.4.15-1ubuntu0.1 |
| Ubuntu | =18.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libproxy1v5 | <0.4.11-5ubuntu1.1 | 0.4.11-5ubuntu1.1 |
| Ubuntu | =16.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-4514-1?
USN-4514-1 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-4514-1?
To resolve USN-4514-1, update libproxy1v5 to the recommended version for your Ubuntu release.
Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-4514-1?
USN-4514-1 affects Ubuntu versions 16.04, 18.04, and 20.04.
What component is vulnerable in USN-4514-1?
The vulnerable component in USN-4514-1 is libproxy, specifically how it handles certain PAC files.
Can USN-4514-1 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an attacker could potentially exploit USN-4514-1 remotely to cause a denial of service.
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