SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1 Security update for openssl-1_1

Not scored Published

Attackers can exploit cache timing side-channels in TLS implementations to recover sensitive data, requiring updates to the OpenSSL library.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1?

SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1 is a vulnerability in openssl-1_1, published on 28 Feb 2019. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

This update for openssl-1_1 fixes the following issues:

  • The 9 Lives of Bleichenbacher's CAT: Cache ATtacks on TLS Implementations (bsc#1117951)

Which versions are affected by SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1?

Linux distribution packages (4)
openssl-1_1 SUSE:Linux Enterprise Desktop 12 SP4All versions1.1.1-2.6.1
openssl-1_1 SUSE:Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP4All versions1.1.1-2.6.1
openssl-1_1 SUSE:Linux Enterprise Server for SAP Applications 12 SP4All versions1.1.1-2.6.1
openssl-1_1 SUSE:Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit 12 SP4All versions1.1.1-2.6.1

How do I fix SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1?

Apply the vendor's patch.

Is SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of SUSE-SU-2019:0512-1 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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