CVE-2012-5577: Incorrect Default Permissions in keyring
Summary
CVE-2012-5577: Incorrect Default Permissions in keyring. Affects keyring versions < 0.10. Fixed in 0.10. How to fix ↓
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- python-keyring · Debian:11
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Background
The keyring library is a Python package available on PyPI. It provides a way to store and retrieve passwords and other sensitive information securely. The library creates keyring files to store this information. However, versions of the library before 0.10 had a vulnerability where these keyring files were created with world-readable permissions. This means that anyone with access to the file system could read the contents of the keyring files, potentially exposing sensitive information.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2012-5577) in the keyring library arises from the incorrect default permissions set on the keyring files. By creating these files with world-readable permissions, any user on the system can read the contents of the keyring files. This can lead to the exposure of sensitive information, such as passwords and other credentials, stored in the keyring. The impact of this vulnerability is high, as it allows unauthorized access to sensitive data.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 25.7.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
pip install --upgrade "keyring==25.7.0"Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
0.10
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended solution is to upgrade to a fixed version of the keyring library.
Conclusion
The keyring library before version 0.10 had a vulnerability that allowed unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in keyring files. To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to version 0.10 or later of the keyring library. For more information and support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The keyring library is a Python package that provides a secure way to store and retrieve passwords and other sensitive information.
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to sensitive information stored in the keyring, such as passwords and credentials.
To fix this vulnerability, upgrade to version 0.10 or later of the keyring library.
There are no specific workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability. Upgrading to a fixed version is the recommended solution.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GitHub advisory database: https://github.com/github/advisory-database/blob/main/advisories/github-reviewed/2020/03/GHSA-p86x-652p-6385/GHSA-p86x-652p-6385.json
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