USN-6323-1: FRR vulnerability

Reference Links

• https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-31490
• https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6136-1
• https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6807-1
• https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/frr/8.4.2-1ubuntu1.3
• https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/frr/8.1-1ubuntu1.5
• https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6323-1 (Advisory)

Child vulnerabilities

(Contains the following vulnerabilities)

• CVE-2023-31490

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the vulnerability mentioned in USN-6323-1?

  The vulnerability mentioned in USN-6323-1 is an issue in FRR that allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service.

• How does the vulnerability in USN-6323-1 impact me?

  The vulnerability in USN-6323-1 could potentially allow a remote attacker to disrupt the normal functioning of FRR, leading to service unavailability.

• Which versions of FRR are affected by the vulnerability in USN-6323-1?

  The vulnerability in USN-6323-1 affects FRR versions 8.4.2-1ubuntu1.3 and 8.1-1ubuntu1.5.

• How can I fix the vulnerability in USN-6323-1?

  To fix the vulnerability in USN-6323-1, you should update FRR to version 8.4.2-1ubuntu1.3 or 8.1-1ubuntu1.5, depending on the version you are currently using.

• Where can I find more information about the vulnerability in USN-6323-1?

  You can find more information about the vulnerability in USN-6323-1 on the Ubuntu Security Notices website and the Ubuntu Launchpad page for the FRR package.