- -------------------------------------------------------------------------
Debian Security Advisory DSA-3803-1                   security@debian.org
https://www.debian.org/security/                     Salvatore Bonaccorso
March 08, 2017                        https://www.debian.org/security/faq
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------

Package        : texlive-base
CVE ID         : CVE-2016-10243

It was discovered that texlive-base, the TeX Live package which provides
the essential TeX programs and files, whitelists mpost as an external
program to be run from within the TeX source code (called \write18).
Since mpost allows to specify other programs to be run, an attacker can
take advantage of this flaw for arbitrary code execution when compiling
a TeX document.

For the stable distribution (jessie), this problem has been fixed in
version 2014.20141024-2+deb8u1.

For the upcoming stable distribution (stretch), this problem has been
fixed in version 2016.20161130-1.

For the unstable distribution (sid), this problem has been fixed in
version 2016.20161130-1.

We recommend that you upgrade your texlive-base 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-3803-1: texlive-base security update

March 8, 2017
It was discovered that texlive-base, the TeX Live package which provides the essential TeX programs and files, whitelists mpost as an external program to be run from within the TeX...

Summary

For the stable distribution (jessie), this problem has been fixed in
version 2014.20141024-2+deb8u1.

For the upcoming stable distribution (stretch), this problem has been
fixed in version 2016.20161130-1.

For the unstable distribution (sid), this problem has been fixed in
version 2016.20161130-1.

We recommend that you upgrade your texlive-base 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
It was discovered that texlive-base, the TeX Live package which provides
the essential TeX programs and files, whitelists mpost as an external
program to be run from within the TeX source code (called \write18).
Since mpost allows to specify other programs to be run, an attacker can
take advantage of this flaw for arbitrary code execution when compiling
a TeX document.

Related News

4.Lock AbstractDigital Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
Tails 6.2 is a new Linux distribution release that expands its multilingual support and improves security features. The distribution is a
19.Laptop Bed Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
AlmaLinux 9.4 beta has been released and provides compelling reasons to consider it for desktop usage. While AlmaLinux is primarily known as a
32.Lock Code Circular Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
Linux admins and security practitioners face significant challenges in keeping their Linux systems secure amidst the constant threat of kernel bugs.
1.Penguin Landscape Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
A significant security threat, known as the Spectre v2 exploit, has been observed targeting Linux systems running on modern Intel processors. Let's
10.FingerPrint Locks Esm H320
2 - 3 min read
The recent release of I2P 2.5.0 , an anonymous P2P network that protects against online censorship, surveillance, and monitoring, has brought a slew
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
Sign Up