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Debian 11 Bullseye: DSA-5407-1 Critical: Cups-Filters Command Execution

It was discovered that missing input sanitising in cups-filters, when using the Backend Error Handler (beh) backend to create an accessible network printer, may result in the execution of arbitrary commands. . - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian Security Advisory DSA-5407-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/security/ Salvatore Bonaccorso May 21, 2023 https://www.debian.org/security/faq - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : cups-filtersCVE ID : CVE-2023-24805 Debian Bug : 1036224 It was discovered that missing input sanitising in cups-filters, when using the Backend Error Handler (beh) backend to create an accessible network printer, may result in the execution of arbitrary commands. For the stable distribution (bullseye), this problem has been fixed in version 1.28.7-1+deb11u2. We recommend that you upgrade your cups-filters packages. For the detailed security status of cups-filters please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/cups-filters 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. . The Ubuntu Security Notice USN-5641-1 addresses a vulnerability found in cups-filters that needs prompt action from users.. cups-filters security update, Debian DSA-5407-1, command injection risk. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team

May 21, 2023 •Critical Debian