USN-7466-1: KiCad vulnerabilities
It was discovered that KiCad incorrectly handled memory when opening malicious files. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary commands.
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Contains the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7466-1?
The severity of USN-7466-1 is considered high due to its potential for causing denial of service and executing arbitrary commands.
How do I fix USN-7466-1?
To fix USN-7466-1, upgrade KiCad to versions 5.1.5+dfsg1-2ubuntu0.1~esm1 for Ubuntu 20.04 or 4.0.7+dfsg1-1ubuntu2+esm1 for Ubuntu 18.04.
Which versions of KiCad are affected by USN-7466-1?
USN-7466-1 affects KiCad versions prior to 5.1.5+dfsg1-2ubuntu0.1~esm1 and 4.0.7+dfsg1-1ubuntu2+esm1.
What types of systems are impacted by USN-7466-1?
USN-7466-1 impacts Ubuntu 20.04 and 18.04 systems running vulnerable versions of KiCad.
What can an attacker potentially achieve with USN-7466-1?
An attacker could potentially cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary commands by exploiting USN-7466-1.