CVE-2018-0501
UnknownEPSS 0.95%
Last modified
CVE-2018-0501 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mirror:// method implementation in Advanced Package Tool (APT) 1.6.x before 1.6.4 and 1.7.x before 1.7.0~alpha3 mishandles gpg signature verification for the InRelease file of a fallback mirror, aka mirrorfail.. EPSS estimates a 0.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The mirror:// method implementation in Advanced Package Tool (APT) 1.6.x before 1.6.4 and 1.7.x before 1.7.0~alpha3 mishandles gpg signature verification for the InRelease file of a fallback mirror, aka mirrorfail.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.04 | — |
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | >= 1.6.0, < 1.6.4 | — |
| Debian | Advanced Package Tool | 1.7.0 | Alpha |
References
- https://mirror.failThird Party Advisory, URL Repurposed
- https://salsa.debian.org/apt-team/apt/commit/29658a3a74af49e2a24e17bdebb20e1612aac3ecPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://salsa.debian.org/apt-team/apt/commit/aebd4278bacc728ab00ebe31556983e140f60e47Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3746-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://mirror.failThird Party Advisory, URL Repurposed
- https://salsa.debian.org/apt-team/apt/commit/29658a3a74af49e2a24e17bdebb20e1612aac3ecPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://salsa.debian.org/apt-team/apt/commit/aebd4278bacc728ab00ebe31556983e140f60e47Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3746-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0501?
The mirror:// method implementation in Advanced Package Tool (APT) 1.6.x before 1.6.4 and 1.7.x before 1.7.0~alpha3 mishandles gpg signature verification for the InRelease file of a fallback mirror, aka mirrorfail.
How severe is CVE-2018-0501?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-0501 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0501?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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