USN-6359-1: file vulnerability

Published Sep 12, 2023
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Updated

It was discovered that file incorrectly handled certain malformed files. An attacker could use this issue to cause a denial of service, or possibly execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/file<1:5.41-3ubuntu0.1
1:5.41-3ubuntu0.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=22.04
All of the following
ubuntu/libmagic1<1:5.41-3ubuntu0.1
1:5.41-3ubuntu0.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=22.04

Event History

Sep 12, 2023
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this file vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this file vulnerability is USN-6359-1.

2

What is the impact of this file vulnerability?

This file vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code.

3

Which software packages are affected by this file vulnerability?

The software packages affected by this file vulnerability are file and libmagic1.

4

What is the remedy for this file vulnerability?

The remedy for this file vulnerability is to update the file and libmagic1 packages to version 1:5.41-3ubuntu0.1 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about this file vulnerability?

You can find more information about this file vulnerability on the Ubuntu Security Notice USN-6359-1 page.

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