SB2020082728 - Ubuntu update for nss
Published: August 27, 2020 Updated: April 23, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2020082728
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Out-of-bounds read (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12403)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary condition when processing data encrypted with CHACHA20-POLY1305 ciphersuite. A remote attacker can trick the victim to connect to a malicious server and gain access to sensitive information.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.