USN-4249-1: e2fsprogs vulnerability
Published Jan 23, 2020
·Updated
It was discovered that e2fsprogs incorrectly handled certain ext4 partitions. An attacker could possibly use this issue to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Software
0 affected components
Event History
Jun 3, 2025
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·07:20 PM
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·07:20 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-4249-1?
USN-4249-1 has the potential to allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix USN-4249-1?
To mitigate the USN-4249-1 vulnerability, update the e2fsprogs package to the latest version provided in the advisory.
3
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-4249-1?
USN-4249-1 impacts Ubuntu versions 12.04, 14.04, 16.04, 18.04, 19.04, and 19.10.
4
What is the cause of the USN-4249-1 vulnerability?
The USN-4249-1 vulnerability is caused by e2fsprogs incorrectly handling certain ext4 partitions.
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Is the USN-4249-1 vulnerability being actively exploited?
There is a possibility that the USN-4249-1 vulnerability could be exploited, making it important to apply the patches.