USN-7443-1: Erlang vulnerability
Fabian Bäumer, Marcel Maehren, Marcus Brinkmann, and Jörg Schwenk discovered that Erlang OTP’s SSH module incorrect handled authentication. A remote attacker could use this issue to execute arbitrary commands without authentication, possibly leading to a system compromise.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7443-1?
The severity of USN-7443-1 is critical due to the ability for remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands without authentication.
How do I fix USN-7443-1?
To fix USN-7443-1, update your Erlang and Erlang-SSH packages to the latest versions provided in the advisory.
Which systems are affected by USN-7443-1?
USN-7443-1 affects Ubuntu systems running specific versions of the Erlang and Erlang-SSH packages.
What vulnerabilities does USN-7443-1 address?
USN-7443-1 addresses a vulnerability in the Erlang OTP SSH module that allows for unauthorized command execution.
Who discovered the vulnerability reported in USN-7443-1?
The vulnerability in USN-7443-1 was discovered by Fabian Bäumer, Marcel Maehren, Marcus Brinkmann, and Jörg Schwenk.