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Ubuntu 12.04 ESM USN-3939-2 Moderate: Issue with Samba File Handling

Samba could be made to create files in unexpected locations.. =========================================================================Ubuntu Security Notice USN-3939-2 April 08, 2019 samba vulnerability ========================================================================= A security issue affects these releases of Ubuntu and its derivatives: - Ubuntu 12.04 ESM Summary: Samba could be made to create files in unexpected locations. Software Description: - samba: SMB/CIFS file, print, and login server for Unix Details: USN-3939-1 fixed a vulnerability in Samba. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 12.04 ESM. Original advisory details: Michael Hanselmann discovered that Samba incorrectly handled registry files. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to create new registry files outside of the share, contrary to expectations. Update instructions: The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following package versions: Ubuntu 12.04 ESM: libsmbclient 2:3.6.25-0ubuntu0.12.04.17 samba 2:3.6.25-0ubuntu0.12.04.17 In general, a standard system update will make all the necessary changes. References: https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-3939-2 https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-3939-1 CVE-2019-3880 . A Samba security flaw enabling file generation in unintended directories has been identified. Ensure you update your Ubuntu system to safeguard against threats.. Samba Vulnerability, Ubuntu Security Update, File Creation Bug. . Severity: Medium. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Apr 08, 2019 •Medium Ubuntu