USN-8588-1: Gawk vulnerabilities
Affected Software
1 affected component
gawk
Event History
Jul 22, 2026
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·08:17 PM
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:17 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Child vulnerabilities
Contains the following vulnerabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-8588-1?
USN-8588-1 has a risk rating of 37, indicating a moderate severity level.
2
What vulnerabilities are addressed in USN-8588-1?
USN-8588-1 addresses multiple vulnerabilities in Gawk, including CVE-2026-40553, CVE-2026-40469, and CVE-2026-40468.
3
How do I fix USN-8588-1?
To fix USN-8588-1, you should update Gawk to the latest version provided by your package manager.
4
Which versions of Gawk are affected by USN-8588-1?
USN-8588-1 affects several previous versions of Gawk; ensure you are using the most recent release to mitigate the vulnerabilities.
5
What are the potential impacts of exploiting USN-8588-1 vulnerabilities?
Exploiting the vulnerabilities detailed in USN-8588-1 could lead to memory corruption and potential code execution.