USN-6718-3: curl vulnerabilities
USN-6718-1 fixed vulnerabilities in curl. This update provides the corresponding updates for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. Original advisory details: Dan Fandrich discovered that curl would incorrectly use the default set of protocols when a parameter option disabled all protocols without adding any, contrary to expectations. This issue only affected Ubuntu 23.10. (CVE-2024-2004) It was discovered that curl incorrectly handled memory when limiting the amount of headers when HTTP/2 server push is allowed. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to cause curl to consume resources, leading to a denial of service. (CVE-2024-2398)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vulnerabilities are addressed in USN-6718-3?
USN-6718-3 addresses issues related to incorrect default protocol settings in curl.
What is the severity of USN-6718-3?
The severity rating for USN-6718-3 has not been explicitly stated but pertains to vulnerabilities in curl that could impact users.
How do I fix the vulnerabilities noted in USN-6718-3?
To fix the vulnerabilities in USN-6718-3, update curl and related packages to version 8.5.0-2ubuntu10.1 on Ubuntu 24.04.
Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6718-3?
USN-6718-3 specifically affects Ubuntu 24.04 LTS users.
Who discovered the vulnerabilities fixed by USN-6718-3?
The vulnerabilities addressed in USN-6718-3 were discovered by Dan Fandrich.