Multiple Format String Vulnerabilities in Lintian Affected by Debian and Ubuntu

CVE-2009-4014

Summary

Multiple format string vulnerabilities exist in Lintian versions 1.23.x through 1.23.28, 1.24.x through 1.24.2.1, and in 2.x prior to version 2.3.2. These vulnerabilities can be exploited by remote attackers through specific vectors related to check scripts and the Lintian::Schedule module, potentially leading to an unspecified impact. It is crucial for users of the affected Lintian versions to apply the necessary patches to mitigate the risks associated with these vulnerabilities.

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