USN-6794-1: FRR vulnerabilities
It was discovered that FRR incorrectly handled certain malformed BGP and OSPF packets. A remote attacker could use this issue to cause FRR to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or possibly execute arbitrary code.
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Contains the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6794-1?
USN-6794-1 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix USN-6794-1?
To fix USN-6794-1, upgrade to one of the patched versions of the FRR package specified in the advisory.
Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-6794-1?
USN-6794-1 affects Ubuntu versions 24.04, 23.10, and 22.04 with specific FRR versions.
Can USN-6794-1 lead to data breach?
While USN-6794-1 primarily results in denial of service, there is a risk of unauthorized access that could potentially lead to a data breach.
Is there a workaround for USN-6794-1 until I can apply a patch?
No specific workarounds are recommended for USN-6794-1; patching the FRR software is the best mitigation.