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- USN-6822-1
USN-6822-1: Node.js vulnerabilities
First published: Mon Jun 10 2024(Updated: )
It was discovered that Node.js incorrectly handled certain inputs when it is using the policy mechanism. If a user or an automated system were tricked into opening a specially crafted input file, a remote attacker could possibly use this issue to bypass the policy mechanism. (CVE-2023-32002, CVE-2023-32006) It was discovered that Node.js incorrectly handled certain inputs when it is using the policy mechanism. If a user or an automated system were tricked into opening a specially crafted input file, a remote attacker could possibly use this issue to perform a privilege escalation. (CVE-2023-32559)
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libnode108 | <18.13.0+dfsg1-1ubuntu2.3 | 18.13.0+dfsg1-1ubuntu2.3 |
| Ubuntu | =23.10 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/nodejs | <18.13.0+dfsg1-1ubuntu2.3 | 18.13.0+dfsg1-1ubuntu2.3 |
| Ubuntu | =23.10 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libnode72 | <12.22.9~dfsg-1ubuntu3.6 | 12.22.9~dfsg-1ubuntu3.6 |
| Ubuntu | =22.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/nodejs | <12.22.9~dfsg-1ubuntu3.6 | 12.22.9~dfsg-1ubuntu3.6 |
| Ubuntu | =22.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-32002
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-32559
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-32006
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/nodejs/18.13.0+dfsg1-1ubuntu2.3
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/nodejs/12.22.9~dfsg-1ubuntu3.6
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6822-1 (Advisory)
Child vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6822-1?
The severity of USN-6822-1 is high, as it allows attackers to potentially bypass security policies.
How do I fix USN-6822-1?
To fix USN-6822-1, upgrade the affected packages to the recommended versions provided in the advisory.
What systems are impacted by USN-6822-1?
USN-6822-1 impacts Ubuntu 22.04 and 23.10 systems using specific versions of Node.js and libnode.
Is USN-6822-1 a remote code execution vulnerability?
USN-6822-1 is not a remote code execution vulnerability; it primarily involves bypassing policy mechanisms.
What packages are affected by USN-6822-1?
The affected packages in USN-6822-1 include nodejs and libnode for specific versions on Ubuntu.
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