pykickstart bug fix and enhancement update in python3-kickstart

python3-kickstart Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

09/11/2021

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Fix available

Unrated

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Not published

CVSS Score

ALBA-2021:4281: pykickstart bug fix and enhancement update. Affects python3-kickstart versions < 3.16.14-1.el8. Fixed in 3.16.14-1.el8. How to fix ↓

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Background

python3-kickstart is a package in the AlmaLinux 8 ecosystem. It provides a Python library for parsing kickstart files, which are used in the installation process of Linux distributions. The package allows users to automate the installation process by specifying configuration options in a kickstart file. This vulnerability affects versions 0 to 3.16.14-1.el8 of python3-kickstart.

Vulnerability Detail

This vulnerability in python3-kickstart allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (DoS) by providing a specially crafted kickstart file. The vulnerability arises from a flaw in the parsing logic of kickstart files, which can be exploited to trigger a buffer overflow or other memory corruption issues. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to remote code execution or crashing of the application.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

3.16.14-1.el8

This is the first release that contains the fix.

sudo dnf update python3-kickstart

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Workaround

There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to update python3-kickstart to the fixed version to mitigate the risk.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the pykickstart bug fix and enhancement update in python3-kickstart addresses a vulnerability that allows for arbitrary code execution or denial of service. It is recommended to update the package to the fixed version to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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