Ubuntu update for amanda
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-30577 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-88 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Ubuntu Operating systems & Components / Operating system amanda-client (Ubuntu package) Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component |
| Vendor | Canonical Ltd. |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Neutralization of Argument Delimiters in a Command
EUVDB-ID: #VU79802
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-30577
CWE-ID:
CWE-88 - Argument Injection or Modification
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to application mishandles argument checking for runtar.c. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Update the affected package amanda to the latest version.
Vulnerable software versionsUbuntu: 18.04 - 23.10
amanda-client (Ubuntu package): before Ubuntu Pro
External linkshttp://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6614-1
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
