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- USN-6846-3
USN-6846-3: Ansible regression
First published: Thu Feb 13 2025(Updated: )
USN-6846-1 fixed vulnerabilities in ansible. The update introduced a regression in ansible. This update fixes the problem. We apologize for the inconvenience. Original advisory details: It was discovered that Ansible incorrectly handled certain inputs when using tower_callback parameter. 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 obtain sensitive information. This issue only affected Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, and Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. (CVE-2022-3697) It was discovered that Ansible incorrectly handled certain inputs. 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 Template Injection. (CVE-2023-5764)
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/ansible | <2.5.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.1+esm4 | 2.5.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.1+esm4 |
| Ubuntu | =18.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/ansible | <2.0.0.2-2ubuntu1.3+esm4 | 2.0.0.2-2ubuntu1.3+esm4 |
| Ubuntu | =16.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6846-3?
The severity of USN-6846-3 is considered moderate as it addresses a regression issue in Ansible that could impact its functionality.
How do I fix USN-6846-3?
To fix USN-6846-3, update your Ansible package to the recommended versions specified in the advisory.
What vulnerabilities does USN-6846-3 address?
USN-6846-3 addresses a regression introduced in previous updates related to input handling in Ansible.
Which versions of Ansible are affected by USN-6846-3?
USN-6846-3 affects Ansible versions prior to 2.5.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.1+esm4 for Ubuntu 18.04 and those before 2.0.0.2-2ubuntu1.3+esm4 for Ubuntu 16.04.
Can USN-6846-3 lead to any security risks?
While USN-6846-3 primarily addresses functional issues, it's crucial to apply the patch to ensure stability and avoid potential indirect security risks.
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