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- USN-6965-1
USN-6965-1: Vim vulnerabilities
First published: Wed Aug 21 2024(Updated: )
It was discovered that vim incorrectly handled parsing of filenames in its search functionality. If a user was tricked into opening a specially crafted file, an attacker could crash the application, leading to a denial of service. (CVE-2021-3973) It was discovered that vim incorrectly handled memory when opening and searching the contents of certain files. If a user was tricked into opening a specially crafted file, an attacker could crash the application, leading to a denial of service, or possibly achieve code execution with user privileges. (CVE-2021-3974) It was discovered that vim incorrectly handled memory when opening and editing certain files. If a user was tricked into opening a specially crafted file, an attacker could crash the application, leading to a denial of service, or possibly achieve code execution with user privileges. (CVE-2021-3984, CVE-2021-4019, CVE-2021-4069)
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm17 | 2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm17 |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2021-3974
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2021-3973
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2021-4019
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2021-3984
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2021-4069
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5247-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5433-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6965-1 (Advisory)
Child vulnerabilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6965-1?
The severity of USN-6965-1 is classified as high due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix USN-6965-1?
To fix USN-6965-1, update the vim package to version 2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm17.
What systems are affected by USN-6965-1?
USN-6965-1 affects Ubuntu 14.04 systems running vim version up to 2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm17.
What type of vulnerability is USN-6965-1?
USN-6965-1 is a denial of service vulnerability related to improper handling of filenames in vim.
Are there any known exploits for USN-6965-1?
There are no public exploits disclosed for USN-6965-1, but it is critical to patch the vulnerability to prevent potential attacks.
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