security advisorycriticaldebian A logic error was discovered in the implementation of the "SafeSocks" option of Tor, a connection-based low-latency anonymous communication system, which did result in allowing unsafe SOCKS4 traffic to pass. . - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian LTS Advisory DLA-3286-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Thorsten Alteholz January 28, 2023 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : tor Version : 0.3.5.16-1+deb10u1 CVE ID : CVE-2023-23589 A logic error was discovered in the implementation of the "SafeSocks" option of Tor, a connection-based low-latency anonymous communication system, which did result in allowing unsafe SOCKS4 traffic to pass. For Debian 10 buster, this problem has been fixed in version 0.3.5.16-1+deb10u1. We recommend that you upgrade your tor packages. For the detailed security status of tor please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/tor Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . Debian LTS Advisory DLA-3286-1 addresses a vulnerability in Tor's SafeSocks feature, potentially permitting insecure traffic. Users are recommended to update.. Debian Security, Tor Update, SafeSocks, Logic Issue, Network Safety. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 28, 2023 •Critical Debian LTS