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Family: Ubuntu Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
USN49-1 : debmake vulnerability Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
debmake vulnerability
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
Synopsis :
The remote package "debmake" is missing a security patch.
Description :
Javier Fernández-Sanguino Peña noticed that the debstd script from
debmake, a deprecated helper package for Debian packaging, created
temporary directories in an insecure manner. This could allow a
symlink attack to create or overwrite arbitrary files with the
rights of the user invoking the program.
Solution :
Upgrade to :
- debmake-3.7.4ubuntu0.1 (Ubuntu 4.10)
Threat Level: High
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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