SB2022033122 - Ubuntu update for dosbox



SB2022033122 - Ubuntu update for dosbox

Published: March 31, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022033122
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-12594)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and compromise the affected system.


2) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-7165)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A remote attacker can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.