Evolution-data-server - Response Injection Vulnerability
Summary
DSA-4725-1: evolution-data-server - security update. Affects evolution-data-server versions < 3.30.5-1+deb10u1. Fixed in 3.30.5-1+deb10u1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Evolution-data-server is a component of the Evolution groupware suite, providing a central repository for storing and accessing personal information such as emails, contacts, and calendars. It is designed to facilitate seamless integration between various applications and services. However, a response injection vulnerability has been discovered in the Evolution data server, which could potentially enable Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks.
Vulnerability Detail
The response injection vulnerability in the Evolution data server allows an attacker to inject malicious content into the server's responses, potentially leading to various security risks. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker could manipulate the server's responses and deceive users or perform unauthorized actions. This could result in sensitive information disclosure, unauthorized access, or the execution of arbitrary code.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
3.30.5-1+deb10u1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade evolution-data-serverTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Conclusion
The response injection vulnerability in the Evolution data server poses a significant security risk, potentially enabling MITM attacks and unauthorized actions. It is crucial to upgrade the evolution-data-server package to version 3.30.5-1+deb10u1 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further assistance or support in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate server responses, potentially leading to unauthorized actions, information disclosure, or the execution of arbitrary code.
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Currently, there are no known workarounds for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the provided fix by upgrading the evolution-data-server package.
Yes, the vulnerability affects versions of the evolution-data-server package prior to 3.30.5-1+deb10u1. Upgrading to this version or later will address the vulnerability.
You can refer to the security tracker page for evolution-data-server at https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/evolution-data-server for detailed information about its security status.
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