ubuntu-restricted-extras installation hangs asking in whiptail prompt

Bug #1948347 reported by D. Hugh Redelmeier
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Bug Description

Description: Ubuntu 20.04.3 LTS
Release: 20.04

ubuntu-restricted-extras:
  Installed: 67
  Candidate: 67
  Version table:
 *** 67 500
        500 http://ca.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu focal/multiverse amd64 Packages
        100 /var/lib/dpkg/status

In up-to-date Ubuntu 10.4, in a terminal window, under "script" to capture the output:

$ sudo apt install ubuntu-restricted-extras

A pretty text box comes up titled "Configuring ttf-mscorefonts-installer".
The box needs [OK] to be confirmed, but [OK] isn't highlighted and typing Enter doesn't work.

A ps command shows that the box is displayed by whiptail(1).

Googling, I come across https://lists.ubuntu.com/archives/ubuntu-users/2012-June/260759.html

The key to getting out of this hang is to type TAB. Then Enter will select OK.

This is clearly some kind of bug.

Here is the whiptail command line, as shown by ps:

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whiptail --backtitle Package configuration --title Configuring ttf-mscorefonts-installer --output-fd 12 --msgbox TrueType core fonts for the Web EULA END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARE IMPORTANT-READ CAREFULLY: This Microsoft End-User License Agreement ("EULA") is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a single entity) and Microsoft Corporation for the Microsoft software accompanying this EULA, which includes computer software and may include associated media, printed materials, and "on-line" or electronic documentation ("SOFTWARE PRODUCT" or "SOFTWARE"). By exercising your rights to make and use copies of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT, you agree to be bound by the terms of this EULA. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, you may not use the SOFTWARE PRODUCT. SOFTWARE PRODUCT LICENSE The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is licensed, not sold. 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. This EULA grants you the following rights: • Installation and Use. You may install and use an unlimited number of copies of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT. • Reproduction and Distribution. You may reproduce and distribute an unlimited number of copies of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT; provided that each copy shall be a true and complete copy, including all copyright and trademark notices, and shall be accompanied by a copy of this EULA. Copies of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT may not be distributed for profit either on a standalone basis or included as part of your own product. 2. DESCRIPTION OF OTHER RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS. • Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and Disassembly. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE PRODUCT, except and only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation. • Restrictions on Alteration. You may not rename, edit or create any derivative works from the SOFTWARE PRODUCT, other than subsetting when embedding them in documents. • Software Transfer. You may permanently transfer all of your rights under this EULA, provided the recipient agrees to the terms of this EULA. • Termination. Without prejudice to any other rights, Microsoft may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of this EULA. In such event, you must destroy all copies of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT and all of its component parts. 3. COPYRIGHT. All title and copyrights in and to the SOFTWARE PRODUCT (including but not limited to any images, text, and "applets" incorporated into the SOFTWARE PRODUCT), the accompanying printed materials, and any copies of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT are owned by Microsoft or its suppliers. The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Therefore, you must treat the SOFTWARE PRODUCT like any other copyrighted material. 4. U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The SOFTWARE PRODUCT and documentation are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 or subparagraphs (c) (1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software - Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. Manufacturer is Microsoft Corporation/One Microsoft Way/Redmond, WA 98052-6399. LIMITED WARRANTY NO WARRANTIES. Microsoft expressly disclaims any warranty for the SOFTWARE PRODUCT. The SOFTWARE PRODUCT and any related documentation is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including, without limitation, the implied warranties or merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or noninfringement. The entire risk arising out of use or performance of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT remains with you. NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. In no event shall Microsoft or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use this Microsoft product, even if Microsoft has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some states/jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you. MISCELLANEOUS If you acquired this product in the United States, this EULA is governed by the laws of the State of Washington. If this product was acquired outside the United States, then local laws may apply. Should you have any questions concerning this EULA, or if you desire to contact Microsoft for any reason, please contact the Microsoft subsidiary serving your country, or write: Microsoft Sales Information Center/One Microsoft Way/Redmond, WA 98052-6399. Reference: http://www.microsoft.com/typography/fontpack/eula.htm --scrolltext 19 77

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Tags: focal whiptail
Revision history for this message
Paul White (paulw2u) wrote (last edit ):

There is no 'software-center' package in Ubuntu 20.04. Reassigning to something more appropriate and which includes the installer.

affects: software-center (Ubuntu) → msttcorefonts (Ubuntu)
tags: added: focal
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