Important: python27:2.7 security update
Summary
ALSA-2019:0981: Important: python27:2.7 security update. Affects python-psycopg2-doc versions < 2.7.5-7.module_el8.6.0+2781+fed64c13. Fixed in 2.7.5-7.module_el8.6.0+2781+fed64c13. How to fix ↓
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Background
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language that supports modules, classes, exceptions, high-level dynamic data types, and dynamic typing. SQLAlchemy is an Object Relational Mapper (ORM) that provides a flexible, high-level interface to SQL databases.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2019-9636) in Python is due to improper NFKC normalization in the urlsplit function, leading to information disclosure. The vulnerability (CVE-2019-7164) in python-sqlalchemy allows SQL injection when the order_by parameter can be controlled. The vulnerability (CVE-2019-7548) in python-sqlalchemy allows SQL injection when the group_by parameter can be controlled. These vulnerabilities can potentially be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or execute arbitrary SQL queries.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
2.7.5-7.module_el8.6.0+2781+fed64c13
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, it is important to update the affected packages to the fixed versions to mitigate the risk of information disclosure and SQL injection attacks. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Python is an interpreted, interactive, object-oriented programming language.
SQLAlchemy is an Object Relational Mapper (ORM) that provides a flexible, high-level interface to SQL databases.
CVE-2019-9636 can lead to information disclosure.
CVE-2019-7164 allows SQL injection when the order_by parameter can be controlled.
CVE-2019-7548 allows SQL injection when the group_by parameter can be controlled.
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