Gnoppix Issues Critical OpenSSL Patch for Gnoppix 23/25 and 25
Gnoppix Security released GSA-6335-1, a security update for OpenSSL addressing a denial-of-service vulnerability. The flaw affects Gnoppix 23/25 (stable) and Gnoppix 25 (testing).
What is the vulnerability?
Attackers can trigger a denial of service by sending specially crafted packets to a vulnerable system.
What action is required?
Users must immediately update the OpenSSL package to version 3.1.7-1+deb12u1 for Gnoppix 23/25 or the pending fixed version for Gnoppix 25.
This update is classified as critical. Systems running unpatched versions are at immediate risk of service disruption.
What platforms are affected?
- Gnoppix 23/25 (stable): Requires manual package update.
- Gnoppix 25 (testing): The fix will arrive through the standard updates channel.
How to apply the patch?
Run the standard update command on your system. No reboot is required after the update. - Please update your systems.