- -------------------------------------------------------------------------
Debian Security Advisory DSA-3374-1                   security@debian.org
https://www.debian.org/security/                     Salvatore Bonaccorso
October 19, 2015                      https://www.debian.org/security/faq
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------

Package        : postgresql-9.4
CVE ID         : CVE-2015-5288 CVE-2015-5289

Several vulnerabilities have been found in PostgreSQL-9.4, a SQL
database system.

CVE-2015-5288

    Josh Kupershmidt discovered a vulnerability in the crypt() function
    in the pgCrypto extension. Certain invalid salt arguments can cause
    the server to crash or to disclose a few bytes of server memory.

CVE-2015-5289

    Oskari Saarenmaa discovered that json or jsonb input values
    constructed from arbitrary user input can crash the PostgreSQL
    server and cause a denial of service.

For the stable distribution (jessie), these problems have been fixed in
version 9.4.5-0+deb8u1.

For the testing distribution (stretch), these problems have been fixed
in version 9.4.5-1.

For the unstable distribution (sid), these problems have been fixed in
version 9.4.5-1.

We recommend that you upgrade your postgresql-9.4 packages.

Further information about Debian Security Advisories, how to apply
these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be
found at: https://www.debian.org/security/

Mailing list: debian-security-announce@lists.debian.org

Debian: DSA-3374-1: postgresql-9.4 security update

October 19, 2015
Several vulnerabilities have been found in PostgreSQL-9.4, a SQL database system

Summary

CVE-2015-5288

Josh Kupershmidt discovered a vulnerability in the crypt() function
in the pgCrypto extension. Certain invalid salt arguments can cause
the server to crash or to disclose a few bytes of server memory.

CVE-2015-5289

Oskari Saarenmaa discovered that json or jsonb input values
constructed from arbitrary user input can crash the PostgreSQL
server and cause a denial of service.

For the stable distribution (jessie), these problems have been fixed in
version 9.4.5-0+deb8u1.

For the testing distribution (stretch), these problems have been fixed
in version 9.4.5-1.

For the unstable distribution (sid), these problems have been fixed in
version 9.4.5-1.

We recommend that you upgrade your postgresql-9.4 packages.

Further information about Debian Security Advisories, how to apply
these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be
found at: https://www.debian.org/security/

Mailing list: debian-security-announce@lists.debian.org

Severity
Several vulnerabilities have been found in PostgreSQL-9.4, a SQL
database system.

Related News

24.Key Code Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
The Akira ransomware group has extorted approximately $42 million from over 250 victims since January 1, 2024. The group initially focused on
5.ShakingHands Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
At The Linux Foundation's Open Source Summit North America , Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux, discussed various topics related to Linux
30.Lock Globe Motherboard Esm H320
1 - 2 min read
The SPDX 3.0 release marks a significant milestone in software management, particularly for Linux admins, infosec professionals, internet security
11.Locks IsometricPattern Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
Open Source maintainers and developers have been warned about the continued wave of attacks aimed at project maintainers similar to those recently
28.Lock Globe Esm H320
1 - 2 min read
A resurgence of cyberattacks targeting Linux systems in Asian campaigns through the utilization of the Pupy Remote Access Trojan (RAT) has been
27.Tablet Connections Blocks Lock Esm H320
2 - 4 min read
Canonical has recently announced the Beta release of Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS , codenamed "Noble Numbat." This release aims to continue Ubuntu's
21.Globe RadiatingCode Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
The open-source movement has come a long way, from its origins in the 1960s and 1970s to becoming an integral part of organizations worldwide.
13.Lock StylizedMotherboard Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
The Rust-based Edera project demonstrates a unique approach to container security that addresses cloud-native computing challenges. Let's examine
Sign Up