A security update for Ghostscript has been released for Debian GNU/Linux 11 (Bullseye) LTS to address multiple vulnerabilities. The advisory, identified as DLA-4118-1, was issued by Adrian Bunk on April 7, 2025. The updated Ghostscript package version is 9.53.3~dfsg-7+deb11u10 and addresses several security issues, including:
- CVE-2025-27830: A buffer overflow caused by serialization of DollarBlend.
- CVE-2025-27831: A Unicode decoding overrun vulnerability.
- CVE-2025-27832: An integer overflow that can lead to a buffer overflow.
- CVE-2025-27835: Confusion between bytes and shorts.
- CVE-2025-27836: A buffer overflow in the bj10v device.
Users of Debian 11 Bullseye are strongly urged to upgrade their Ghostscript packages to mitigate these vulnerabilities. For more detailed information regarding the security status of Ghostscript, users can refer to the security tracker page. Additional resources related to Debian LTS security advisories, update application instructions, and answers to frequently asked questions are available on the Debian wiki.
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, it is crucial for users and administrators to stay informed about software vulnerabilities and ensure timely updates to maintain system integrity. Regular monitoring of security advisories and prompt application of updates can significantly reduce the risk of exploitation by malicious actors. Users should also consider implementing additional security measures, such as intrusion detection systems and regular security audits, to further enhance their systems' defenses
- CVE-2025-27830: A buffer overflow caused by serialization of DollarBlend.
- CVE-2025-27831: A Unicode decoding overrun vulnerability.
- CVE-2025-27832: An integer overflow that can lead to a buffer overflow.
- CVE-2025-27835: Confusion between bytes and shorts.
- CVE-2025-27836: A buffer overflow in the bj10v device.
Users of Debian 11 Bullseye are strongly urged to upgrade their Ghostscript packages to mitigate these vulnerabilities. For more detailed information regarding the security status of Ghostscript, users can refer to the security tracker page. Additional resources related to Debian LTS security advisories, update application instructions, and answers to frequently asked questions are available on the Debian wiki.
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, it is crucial for users and administrators to stay informed about software vulnerabilities and ensure timely updates to maintain system integrity. Regular monitoring of security advisories and prompt application of updates can significantly reduce the risk of exploitation by malicious actors. Users should also consider implementing additional security measures, such as intrusion detection systems and regular security audits, to further enhance their systems' defenses
Ghostscript security update for Debian 11 LTS
Updated Ghostscript packages have been released for Debian GNU/Linux 11 (Bullseye) LTS to address multiple vulnerabilities:
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