SB2021083024 - Ubuntu update for uwsgi



SB2021083024 - Ubuntu update for uwsgi

Published: August 30, 2021 Updated: July 3, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2021083024
Severity
High
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) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-11984)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in od_proxy_uwsgi module. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request to the web server, trigger memory corruption and gain access to sensitive information or execute arbitrary code on the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.