SB2022110243 - Ubuntu update for ntfs-3g 



SB2022110243 - Ubuntu update for ntfs-3g

Published: November 2, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022110243
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40284)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due in libntfs-3g/runlist.c to application incorrectly validates certain NTFS metadata, related to zero-sized runs. A local user can abuse application behavior to escalate privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.