Vulnerability in vim - security update
Summary
DLA-1030-1: vim - security update. Affects vim versions < 2:7.3.547-7+deb7u4. Fixed in 2:7.3.547-7+deb7u4. How to fix ↓
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Background
Vim is a highly configurable text editor built to enable efficient text editing. It is widely used in the Linux ecosystem, including Debian 7 Wheezy. The vulnerability in question affects Vim 8.0, allowing attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid free) or potentially have other unspecified impacts by exploiting a crafted source file (-S file).
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in Vim 8.0 arises from improper handling of crafted source files. Attackers can exploit this flaw to trigger an invalid free operation, leading to a denial of service or other potential impacts. The exact nature of these impacts is unspecified. This vulnerability has been assigned the identifier CVE-2017-11109.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
2:7.3.547-7+deb7u4
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the vulnerability in Vim 8.0 can lead to a denial of service or other unspecified impacts when handling crafted source files. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to upgrade the vim package to version 2:7.3.547-7+deb7u4 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability can range from a denial of service to other unspecified impacts, depending on the attacker's actions.
Vim 8.0 is affected by this vulnerability.
No known exploit has been disclosed at this time.
Yes, upgrading to vim version 2:7.3.547-7+deb7u4 or later will mitigate this vulnerability.
For more information, refer to the Debian LTS security advisories and the provided source link.
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