SB2024070956 - Ubuntu update for openssh
Published: July 9, 2024
Security Bulletin ID
SB2024070956
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-39894)
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due a logic error in ObscureKeystrokeTiming implementation within the ssh client. A local user with ability to passively observe SSH sessions can recover sensitive input, such as password for the su or sudo programs.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.