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Debian: DSA-4609-1 Critical: Python-Apt Hash Validation Issues

Two security issues were found in the Python interface to the apt package manager; package downloads from unsigned repositories were incorrectly rejected and the hash validation relied on MD5. . -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA512 - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian Security Advisory DSA-4609-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/security/ Moritz Muehlenhoff January 23, 2020 https://www.debian.org/security/faq - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : python-apt CVE ID : CVE-2019-15795 CVE-2019-15796 Debian Bug : 944696 Two security issues were found in the Python interface to the apt package manager; package downloads from unsigned repositories were incorrectly rejected and the hash validation relied on MD5. For the oldstable distribution (stretch), these problems have been fixed in version 1.4.1. For the stable distribution (buster), these problems have been fixed in version 1.8.4.1. 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/ Mailing list: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Examine two major vulnerabilities in python-apt that threaten the security of package downloads and the reliability of MD5 hash checks. Immediate security improvements are advised. Debian Security, Python Apt, Package Manager, Hash Validation. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team

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