SB2017011343 - Use-after-free in bash (Alpine package) 



SB2017011343 - Use-after-free in bash (Alpine package)

Published: January 13, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017011343
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-9401)

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

popd in bash might allow local users to bypass the restricted shell and cause a use-after-free via a crafted address.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.