==========================================================================
Ubuntu Security Notice USN-6429-2
October 11, 2023

curl vulnerability
==========================================================================

A security issue affects these releases of Ubuntu and its derivatives:

- Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro)
- Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro)
- Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro)

Summary:

Several security issues were fixed in curl.

Software Description:
- curl: HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP client and client libraries

Details:

USN-6429-1 fixed a vulnerability in curl. This update provides
the corresponding update for Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, Ubuntu 16.04 LTS
and Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.

Original advisory details:

 It was discovered that curl incorrectly handled cookies when an application
 duplicated certain handles. A local attacker could possibly create a cookie
 file and inject arbitrary cookies into subsequent connections.
 (CVE-2023-38546)

Update instructions:

The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following
package versions:

Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro):
  curl                            7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2
  libcurl3-gnutls                 7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2
  libcurl3-nss                    7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2
  libcurl4                        7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2

Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro):
  curl                            7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10
  libcurl3                        7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10
  libcurl3-gnutls                 7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10
  libcurl3-nss                    7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10

Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro):
  curl                            7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17
  libcurl3                        7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17
  libcurl3-gnutls                 7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17
  libcurl3-nss                    7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17

In general, a standard system update will make all the necessary changes.

References:
  https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6429-2
  https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6429-1
  CVE-2023-38546

Ubuntu 6429-2: curl vulnerability

October 11, 2023
Several security issues were fixed in curl.

Summary

A security issue affects these releases of Ubuntu and its derivatives: - Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro) - Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro) - Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro) Summary: Several security issues were fixed in curl. Software Description: - curl: HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP client and client libraries Details: USN-6429-1 fixed a vulnerability in curl. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, Ubuntu 16.04 LTS and Ubuntu 18.04 LTS. Original advisory details: It was discovered that curl incorrectly handled cookies when an application duplicated certain handles. A local attacker could possibly create a cookie file and inject arbitrary cookies into subsequent connections. (CVE-2023-38546)

Update Instructions

The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following package versions: Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro): curl 7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2 libcurl3-gnutls 7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2 libcurl3-nss 7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2 libcurl4 7.58.0-2ubuntu3.24+esm2 Ubuntu 16.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro): curl 7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10 libcurl3 7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10 libcurl3-gnutls 7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10 libcurl3-nss 7.47.0-1ubuntu2.19+esm10 Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (Available with Ubuntu Pro): curl 7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17 libcurl3 7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17 libcurl3-gnutls 7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17 libcurl3-nss 7.35.0-1ubuntu2.20+esm17 In general, a standard system update will make all the necessary changes.

References

https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6429-2

https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6429-1

CVE-2023-38546

Severity
Ubuntu Security Notice USN-6429-2

Package Information

Related News

The End of the Road for Linux 6.11: A Call to Upgrade to Kernel 6.12
3 - 5 min read
The Linux kernel community recently issued an EOL announcement regarding the 6.11 kernel series, urging sysadmins to upgrade quickly to 6.12 . This
A Linux Admin
3 - 6 min read
As 2025 approaches, we Linux admins are facing new and often unseen cloud-native security obstacles. While skilled at mitigating known risks,
Leveraging Insights from the Linux Foundation
3 - 5 min read
The Linux Foundation's recent Census III report provides critical insights for Linux administrators, information security professionals, and anyone
Chrome 131 Released: Emergency Security Update Fixes Over a Dozen Significant Vulns
3 - 6 min read
Google recently unveiled a critical security update to their popular web browser, Google Chrome, addressing over a dozen significant security
From Wayland Fixes to Security Boosts: Examining Qt 6.8.1
3 - 6 min read
The recent Qt 6.8.1 release brings significant updates and improvements, strengthening its reputation as a secure and reliable application
Exploring Arch Linux 2024.12.01: Security Implications & Notable Enhancements for Linux Admins
3 - 6 min read
The Arch Linux 2024.12.01 ISO release marks an impressive milestone, offering cutting-edge updates that enhance functionality, streamline
Deck the Halls with Enhanced Security: Linux Kernel 6.13
3 - 5 min read
As Linux admins and infosec professionals prepare for the holiday season, there's much cause for celebration this year! Linus Torvalds recently made
Lessons from Bootkitty: Securing Linux Systems Against UEFI Intrusions
3 - 5 min read
New Linux security threats mark critical junctures that challenge existing policies and test security protocols to their limit. One such milestone

Get the Latest News & Insights

Sign up to get the latest security news affecting Linux and open source delivered straight to your inbox.

© 2024 Guardian Digital, Inc All Rights Reserved