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- USN-7419-1
USN-7419-1: Vim vulnerabilities
First published: Mon Apr 07 2025(Updated: )
It was discovered that Vim incorrectly handled memory when using invalid input with the log option. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service. This issue only affected Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and Ubuntu 24.10. (CVE-2025-1215) It was discovered that Vim incorrectly handled memory when redirecting certain output to the register. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service. (CVE-2025-26603)
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:9.1.0496-1ubuntu6.5 | 2:9.1.0496-1ubuntu6.5 |
| Ubuntu | =24.10 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:9.1.0016-1ubuntu7.8 | 2:9.1.0016-1ubuntu7.8 |
| Ubuntu | =24.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:8.2.3995-1ubuntu2.24 | 2:8.2.3995-1ubuntu2.24 |
| Ubuntu | =22.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:8.1.2269-1ubuntu5.32 | 2:8.1.2269-1ubuntu5.32 |
| Ubuntu | =20.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:8.0.1453-1ubuntu1.13+esm12 | 2:8.0.1453-1ubuntu1.13+esm12 |
| Ubuntu | =18.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:7.4.1689-3ubuntu1.5+esm27 | 2:7.4.1689-3ubuntu1.5+esm27 |
| Ubuntu | =16.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/vim | <2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm21 | 2:7.4.052-1ubuntu3.1+esm21 |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2025-26603
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2025-1215
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/vim/2:9.1.0496-1ubuntu6.5
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/vim/2:9.1.0016-1ubuntu7.8
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/vim/2:8.2.3995-1ubuntu2.24
- https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/vim/2:8.1.2269-1ubuntu5.32
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-7419-1 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7419-1?
The severity of USN-7419-1 is classified as a potential denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-7419-1?
To fix USN-7419-1, update Vim to the correct version specified in the advisory for your Ubuntu release.
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-7419-1?
USN-7419-1 affects Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, Ubuntu 24.10, Ubuntu 22.04, Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 18.04, Ubuntu 16.04, and Ubuntu 14.04.
What is the CVE associated with USN-7419-1?
The CVE associated with USN-7419-1 is CVE-2025-1215.
Is my system at risk if I am using Vim on Ubuntu?
Yes, if you are using the affected versions of Vim on the specified Ubuntu releases, your system may be at risk.
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