A security warning issued for Python has received an update from the BSI. You can read a description of the security gap including the latest updates and information about affected operating systems and products here.
The Federal Office for Security in Information Technology (BSI) issued a security advisory for March 20, 2024 Python reported. The security vulnerability affects the operating systems MacOS X and Windows as well as the products Debian Linux and open source Python. This warning was last updated on March 24, 2024.
The latest manufacturer recommendations regarding updates, workarounds and security patches for this vulnerability can be found here: Debian Security Advisory DLA-3772 (As of March 24, 2024). Other useful links are listed later in this article.
Python Security Advisory – Risk: Medium
Risk level: 4 (medium)
CVSS Base Score: 7,8
CVSS Temporal Score: 6,8
Remote attack: No
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is used to assess the vulnerability of computer systems. The CVSS standard makes it possible to compare potential or actual security vulnerabilities based on various criteria in order to better prioritize countermeasures. The attributes “none”, “low”, “medium”, “high” and “critical” are used to determine the severity levels of a vulnerability. The Base Score evaluates the requirements for an attack (including authentication, complexity, privileges, user interaction) and its consequences. The temporal score also takes changes over time in the danger situation into account. According to the CVSS, the threat of the vulnerability discussed here is rated as “medium” with a base score of 7.8.
Python Bug: Multiple vulnerabilities allow code execution and DoS
Python is a general-purpose, commonly interpreted, high-level programming language.
An attacker could exploit multiple vulnerabilities in Python to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service condition.
The vulnerability is identified with the unique CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) serial numbers. CVE-2023-6597, CVE-2024-0450 und CVE-2023-52425 traded.
Systems affected by the Python security vulnerability at a glance
Operating systems
MacOS X, Windows
Products
Debian Linux (cpe:/o:debian:debian_linux)
Open Source Python Open Source Python Open Source Python
General measures for dealing with IT vulnerabilities
Users of the affected applications should keep them up to date. When security gaps become known, manufacturers are required to fix them as quickly as possible by developing a patch or a workaround. If new security updates become available, install them promptly. For information, consult the sources listed in the next section. These often contain further information about the latest version of the software in question as well as the availability of security patches or information about workarounds. If you have any further questions or uncertainties, please contact your responsible administrator. IT security managers should regularly check the sources mentioned to see whether a new security update is available.
Sources of updates, patches and workarounds
Here you will find further links with information about bug reports, security fixes and workarounds.
Debian Security Advisory DLA-3772 vom 2024-03-24 (24.03.2024)
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Debian Security Advisory DLA-3771 vom 2024-03-24 (24.03.2024)
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Proof of Concept (PoC) für CVE-2023-52425 (20.03.2024)
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NVD CVE-2023-52425 (20.03.2024)
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NATIONAL VULNERABILITY DATABASE (20.03.2024)
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GitHub Advisory Database (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Python Github vom 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Discuss.Python.org from 2024-03-20 (20.03.2024)
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Version history of this security alert
This is the 2nd version of this IT security notice for Python. This text will be updated as further updates are announced. You can see the changes made using the version history below.
March 20, 2024 – Initial version
03/24/2024 – New updates from Debian added
+++ Editorial note: This text was generated based on current BSI data and will be updated in a data-driven manner depending on the warning situation. We accept feedback and comments at [email protected]. +++
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