[SECURITY] New versions of ncurses fixes security problem

We have received a report that using ncurses in setuid programs will give the user a way to open arbitrary files. We recommend you upgrade your ncurses3.4-dev package immediately. dpkg -i file.deb will install the referenced file. Debian GNU/Linux 2.0 alias hamm ------------------------------- Th...

PT-2002-3169 · Debian · Debian

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: ncurses version 5.0 ncurses4 compatibility package affected versions not specified Description: The issue is related to a buffer overflow in routines for moving the physical cursor and scrolling, allowing local users to gain privileges...