QID 198720

Date Published: 2022-03-31

QID 198720: Ubuntu Security Notification for zlib Vulnerability (USN-5355-1)

Zlib incorrectly handled memory whenperforming certain deflating operations.

An attacker could use this issueto cause zlib to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or possiblyexecute arbitrary code.

CVSS V3 rated as High - 7.5 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.

Solution

Refer to Ubuntu security advisory USN-5355-1 for updates and patch information.

Vendor References

USN-5355-1 - ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5355-1

CVEs related to QID 198720

CVE-2018-25032 |

Software Advisories

Advisory ID	Software	Component	Link
USN-5355-1	Ubuntu Linux		ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5355-1

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