SB2023031526 - Ubuntu update for ipython
Published: March 15, 2023
Security Bulletin ID
SB2023031526
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
2
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.
1) Cross-site request forgery (CVE-ID: CVE-2015-5607)
The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Cross-site request forgery in the REST API in IPython 2 and 3.
2) Improper Privilege Management (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21699)
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.
The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management when handling cross user temporary files. A local user can execute arbitrary code with privileges of another user.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.