Linuxsecurity Critical Vulnerabilities in Python Marshmallow Affect Multiple Ubuntu Releases
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- •Two critical vulnerabilities in Python marshmallow affect multiple Ubuntu LTS versions.
- •CVE-2018-17175 allows information leakage on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.
- •CVE-2025-68480 enables denial of service on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS and newer.
On April 30, 2026, Ubuntu released a security notice (USN-8225) addressing critical vulnerabilities in the Python marshmallow library. The vulnerabilities include CVE-2018-17175, which allows information leakage on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, and CVE-2025-68480, which enables denial of service attacks on Ubuntu versions 20.04 LTS, 22.04 LTS, 24.04 LTS, and 26.04 LTS. The first vulnerability was discovered by Jared Deckard and pertains to improper handling of field visibility, while the second involves inefficient object merging. Users of affected Ubuntu versions are advised to update their systems to mitigate these risks. The patches are available through standard system updates. The vulnerabilities pose significant risks, especially for systems still running older LTS versions. Immediate action is recommended to secure affected systems.
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