Francis McBratney discovered that the Windows Azure Linux Agent created swap files with world-readable permissions, resulting in information disclosure. . Package : waagent Version : 2.2.18-3~deb8u2 CVE ID : CVE-2019-0804 Francis McBratney discovered that the Windows Azure Linux Agent created swap files with world-readable permissions, resulting in information disclosure. For Debian 8 "Jessie", this problem has been fixed in version 2.2.18-3~deb8u2. We recommend that you upgrade your waagent packages. 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 . Enhance your waagent packages to resolve security vulnerabilities that arise from globally accessible swap files.. Debian LTS, Waagent Update, Information Disclosure Risk. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Get the latest Linux and open source security news straight to your inbox.