Debian: DSA-4809-2 Python-Apt Update Fixes Segmentation Fault
debian
December 27, 2020
The update for python-apt released as DSA 4809-1 introduced a regression when passing a file descriptor to apt_inst.ArFile or apt_inst.DebFile causing a segmentation fault
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Summary
For the stable distribution (buster), this problem has been fixed in
version 1.8.4.3.
We recommend that you upgrade your python-apt packages.
For the detailed security status of python-apt please refer to its
security tracker page at:
https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/python-apt
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/
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