PT-2016-7904 · Python · Python
Published
2016-03-28
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Updated
2016-03-28
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Python versions prior to 3.3.5
Description
The issue is related to a directory traversal vulnerability with
http.server and SimpleHTTPServer on Windows, which is a regression of Python 3.3.5. The Python issue was reported on 2016-03-14.Recommendations
For versions prior to 3.3.5, consider disabling the
http.server and SimpleHTTPServer modules until a patch is available. Restrict access to these modules to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability. Found an issue in the description? Have something to add? Feel free to write us 👾
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Affected Products
Python