CVE-2013-5942: Graphite-web Remote Code Execution
Summary
CVE-2013-5942: graphite-web is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution. Affects graphite-web versions >= 0.9.5, < 0.9.11. Fixed in 0.9.11. How to fix ↓
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- graphite-web · Debian:12
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Background
Graphite-web is a web application that provides a user interface for the Graphite time series database. It allows users to visualize and analyze data stored in Graphite. The vulnerability affects versions 0.9.5 through 0.9.10 of Graphite-web. The application uses the pickle Python module unsafely, which enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a crafted serialized object. This vulnerability is different from CVE-2013-5093.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in Graphite-web arises from the unsafe usage of the pickle Python module. By sending a specially crafted serialized object, remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on the target system. This can lead to various consequences, including unauthorized access, data manipulation, and system compromise. The affected files are remote_storage.py, storage.py, render/datalib.py, and whitelist/views.py.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 1.1.10 as of 23 Oct 2026
pip install --upgrade "graphite-web==1.1.10"Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
0.9.11
This is the first release that contains the fix.
pip install --upgrade "graphite-web==0.9.11"Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to upgrade to a fixed version of Graphite-web to mitigate the risk.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in Graphite-web allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting the unsafe usage of the pickle Python module. To mitigate the risk, it is recommended to upgrade to version 0.9.11 or later. For further assistance and support in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Graphite-web is a web application that provides a user interface for the Graphite time series database. It allows users to visualize and analyze data stored in Graphite.
Versions 0.9.5 through 0.9.10 of Graphite-web are affected by this vulnerability.
The vulnerability can be exploited by sending a specially crafted serialized object to the affected Graphite-web application, which triggers the execution of arbitrary code.
The consequences of this vulnerability include remote code execution, unauthorized access, data manipulation, and system compromise.
No, there is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is crucial to upgrade to a fixed version of Graphite-web.
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