- Vulnerability/
- USN-4548-1
28/9/2020
USN-4548-1: libuv vulnerability
First published: Mon Sep 28 2020(Updated: )
It was discovered that libuv incorrectly handled certain paths. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a crash or execute arbitrary code.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libuv1 | <1.34.2-1ubuntu1.1 | 1.34.2-1ubuntu1.1 |
| =20.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this libuv vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this libuv vulnerability is CVE-2020-8252.
How does this vulnerability impact libuv?
This vulnerability in libuv could allow an attacker to cause a crash or execute arbitrary code.
What version of libuv is affected by this vulnerability?
The version of libuv affected by this vulnerability is 1.34.2-1ubuntu1.1.
What is the severity of the libuv vulnerability?
The severity of the libuv vulnerability is not specified in the provided information.
How can I fix the libuv vulnerability?
To fix the libuv vulnerability, update to version 1.34.2-1ubuntu1.1 or later.
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