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Python < 3.4.9, 3.5.x < 3.5.6, 3.6.x < 3.6.5 Python Issue (bpo-33001) - Windows
Information
Severity
Severity
High
Family
Family
Buffer overflow
CVSSv2 Base
CVSSv2 Base
7.2
CVSSv2 Vector
CVSSv2 Vector
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Solution Type
Solution Type
Vendor Patch
Created
Created
2 years ago
Modified
Modified
2 years ago
Summary
Python is prone to a buffer overflow vulnerability in 'os.symlink'.
Insight
Insight
A buffer overflow vulnerability in os.symlink() function can result in arbitrary code execution, likely escalation of privilege. This attack appears to be exploitable via a python script that creates a symlink with an attacker controlled name or location.
Affected Software
Affected Software
Python prior to version 3.4.9, versions 3.5.x prior to 3.5.6, and 3.6.x prior to 3.6.5.
Detection Method
Detection Method
Checks if a vulnerable version is present on the target host.
Solution
Solution
Update to version 3.4.9, 3.5.6, 3.6.5 or later.