SB2015040801 - Ubuntu update for Libtasn1



SB2015040801 - Ubuntu update for Libtasn1

Published: April 8, 2015

Security Bulletin ID SB2015040801
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2015-2806)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass security restrictions.

The weakness exists due to stack-based buffer overflow in asn1_der_decoding. A remote attacker can trigger memory corruption and have unspecified impact on the system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.