USN-7048-2: Vim vulnerability
USN-7048-1 fixed a vulnerability in Vim. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 14.04 LTS. Original advisory details: Suyue Guo discovered that Vim incorrectly handled memory when flushing the typeahead buffer, leading to heap-buffer-overflow. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7048-2?
The severity of USN-7048-2 is classified as high due to a heap-buffer-overflow vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-7048-2?
To fix USN-7048-2, update the Vim package to version 2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm19 on Ubuntu 14.04 LTS.
What systems are affected by USN-7048-2?
USN-7048-2 affects Ubuntu 14.04 LTS users running vulnerable versions of the Vim package.
Who discovered the vulnerability referred to in USN-7048-2?
The vulnerability in USN-7048-2 was discovered by Suyue Guo.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in USN-7048-2?
The nature of the vulnerability in USN-7048-2 is a heap-buffer-overflow caused by incorrect memory handling in Vim.