Security
Security
Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in rsync, the worst of which could allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions.
| Package | net-misc/rsync on all architectures |
|---|---|
| Affected versions | < 3.1.2-r2 |
| Unaffected versions | >= 3.1.2-r2 |
File transfer program to keep remote files into sync.
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in rsync. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.
A remote attacker could bypass intended access restrictions or cause a Denial of Service condition.
There is no known workaround at this time.
All rsync users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=net-misc/rsync-3.1.2-r2"