SB2024071246 - SUSE update for Recommended update for ipset



SB2024071246 - SUSE update for Recommended update for ipset

Published: July 12, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024071246
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Security restrictions bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-6357)

The vulnerability allows a remote unauthenticated user to bypass security restrictions on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper error handling. By sending an email message with a specially crafted attachment, a remote attacker can bypass the configured drop filter.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability allows a malicious user to gain access to the vulnerable system.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.