Advisory Published

USN-6265-1: RabbitMQ vulnerability

First published: Mon Jul 31 2023(Updated: )

It was discovered that RabbitMQ incorrectly handled certain signed-in user credentials. An attacker could possibly use this issue to expose sensitive information.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
ubuntu/rabbitmq-server<3.5.7-1ubuntu0.16.04.4+esm2
3.5.7-1ubuntu0.16.04.4+esm2
Ubuntu=16.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of USN-6265-1?

    The severity of USN-6265-1 is considered to be moderate due to the potential exposure of sensitive user credentials.

  • How do I fix USN-6265-1?

    To fix USN-6265-1, upgrade RabbitMQ to version 3.5.7-1ubuntu0.16.04.4+esm2 or later.

  • What systems are affected by USN-6265-1?

    USN-6265-1 affects RabbitMQ server versions prior to 3.5.7-1ubuntu0.16.04.4+esm2 on Ubuntu 16.04.

  • Can USN-6265-1 lead to data breaches?

    Yes, USN-6265-1 could potentially allow attackers to expose sensitive information through improper handling of user credentials.

  • What is the recommended action for users of RabbitMQ on Ubuntu 16.04 regarding USN-6265-1?

    Users of RabbitMQ on Ubuntu 16.04 should immediately upgrade to the patched version to mitigate any risks associated with USN-6265-1.

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