USN-6059-1: Erlang vulnerability
It was discovered that Erlang did not properly implement TLS client certificate validation during the TLS handshake. A remote attacker could use this issue to bypass client authentication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6059-1?
The severity of USN-6059-1 is rated as high due to the potential for remote attackers to bypass client authentication.
How do I fix USN-6059-1?
To fix USN-6059-1, update the affected packages 'erlang-ssl' and 'erlang' to the recommended versions provided by your Ubuntu repository.
Who is affected by USN-6059-1?
USN-6059-1 affects users of Ubuntu 22.10, 22.04, and 20.04 with specific versions of the 'erlang-ssl' and 'erlang' packages.
What is the cause of the vulnerability in USN-6059-1?
The vulnerability in USN-6059-1 is caused by Erlang's improper implementation of TLS client certificate validation during the TLS handshake.
What types of attacks can USN-6059-1 facilitate?
USN-6059-1 can facilitate attacks where a remote attacker successfully bypasses client authentication, potentially compromising secure communication.