QID 198737

Date Published: 2022-04-13

QID 198737: Ubuntu Security Notification for libarchive Vulnerability (USN-5374-1)

Libarchive incorrectly handled certain archive files.

An attacker could possibly use this issue to expose sensitive information.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.1 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 6.4 severity.
  • Solution
    Refer to Ubuntu security advisory USN-5374-1 for updates and patch information.
    Vendor References

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    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    USN-5374-1 Ubuntu Linux URL Logo ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5374-1