Critical Security Update for iputils: CVE-2025-47268 Patched

 

🚨 Critical security update for SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro! Patch CVE-2025-47268 (CVSS 6.5) in iputils to fix RTT integer overflow and IPV4 TTL bugs. Learn how to secure your systems now with YaST or zypper.

Key Takeaways

✅ Moderate-risk vulnerability patched (CVE-2025-47268)

✅ Affects SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.1, 5.2, and Rancher 5.2

✅ Fixes integer overflow in RTT calculation (CVSS: 6.5)

✅ Resolves IPV4 TTL bug on big-endian systems

✅ Patch now available via YaST or zypper

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Security Advisory: iputils Vulnerability Explained

A newly discovered security flaw (CVE-2025-47268) in iputils—a core networking utility in SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro—has been patched. 

This moderate-severity issue could lead to undefined behavior due to an integer overflow in RTT (Round-Trip Time) calculations, potentially affecting system stability.

Affected Systems

• SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.1

• SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.2

• SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro for Rancher 5.2

Technical Impact

• CVSS 6.5 (NVD/SUSE 3.1) – Network-based attack vector

• CVSS 5.1 (SUSE 4.0) – Local attack vector

• Exploitable remotely? Yes (low complexity, no privileges required)

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How to Apply the Security Patch

Recommended Update Methods

1. YaST Online Update (GUI method)

2. Command Line (zypper)

Patch Commands by Product

• SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.2 / Rancher 5.2:

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  zypper in -t patch SUSE-SUSE-MicroOS-5.2-2025-1771=1

• SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.1:

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  zypper in -t patch SUSE-SUSE-MicroOS-5.1-2025-1771=1

Additional Fixes Included

✔ Bugfix: Corrects IPV4 TTL misconfiguration on big-endian systems (bsc#1243284)

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Why This Update Matters for Enterprise Security

This patch is crucial for:

🔹 DevOps teams managing cloud-native SUSE deployments

🔹 Cybersecurity professionals ensuring compliance

🔹 System administrators maintaining stable Linux environments

Pro Tip: Always prioritize security updates to prevent zero-day exploits and maintain system integrity.

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FAQs About the iputils Security Update

❓ Is this vulnerability actively exploited?

A:  No known exploits yet, but patching is strongly recommended.

❓ Does this affect other Linux distributions?

A: Currently, only SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro is confirmed impacted.

❓ What happens if I don’t update?

A: Risk of undefined behavior and potential denial-of-service (DoS) conditions.